It was during a flight yesterday between Umeå and Gran Canaria that the plane was forced to land in France, which vk.se be the first to tell. The plane had arrived halfway to Gran Canaria when an elderly lady became acutely ill. The situation was deemed so serious that medical attention could not wait.
– On such an occasion when a guest becomes acutely ill, safety and well-being are the most important. Both in the air and on the ground, time is an important factor, says Cleas Pellvik.
Emergency care was carried out on the plane
Flight crew on board the plane began emergency treatment.
– Cabin crew are trained in first aid and have equipment on board. I know it was used, emergency measures were taken. Then it was judged that the lady needed professional medical attention.
The plane landed in Bordeaux, France. The woman was treated by paramedics and taken to a local hospital for further treatment.
– Even better, it seems that she is in good health under the circumstances, says Pellvik.
The passengers took the situation well
The plane then continued its journey to Gran Canaria, where it landed approximately two hours after its estimated arrival time.
– The passengers and crew took the situation well, there was a calm atmosphere on board.