Tragedy at 30,000 Feet: Turkish Airlines Captain Dies Mid-Flight
A Turkish Airlines flight was forced into an emergency landing at york/">New York’s JFK Airport after the sudden death of its captain mid-air, airline officials have confirmed.
Captain Dies as Flight Reroutes to JFK
The 59-year-old pilot, Ilcehin Pehlivan, was flying an Airbus A350-900 from Seattle to Istanbul when he tragically passed away during the journey.
Crew Attempts First Aid, Flight Diverted
According to the airline, the crew tried to revive Captain Pehlivan but were sadly unsuccessful. The co-pilot and a second pilot aboard quickly decided to divert the flight to New York for an emergency landing.
The plane touched down safely at JFK, with no other injuries reported.
Investigation Underway, Airlines Offers Condolences
Authorities are now probing the cause of the captain’s sudden death. Turkish Airlines offered their condolences to Captain Pehlivan’s family and crew, promising further updates as the situation develops.
