Karachi: On Tuesday, a Saudi Airlines flight from Bangladesh had to make an Emergency Landing in Karachi. Because a passenger got seriously ill during the journey. The flight, SV 805, was heading to Riyadh from Dhaka. The airline reported that the 44-year-old Bangladeshi passenger’s health deteriorated while the flight was flying over Indian airspace.
Abu Tahir, a passenger from Bangladesh, faced a severe health crisis mid-flight, suffering from high blood pressure and persistent vomiting. According to airline sources reacting to his condition, the pilot decided to divert the aircraft towards Mumbai. Seeking permission from the Air Traffic Controller (ATC) for an Emergency Landing on humanitarian grounds.
However, before the ATC in Mumbai could grant permission, the plane had already initiated its descent towards Mumbai. Upon learning about the Bangladeshi passenger’s condition, the Mumbai ATC requested details about his nationality and other information but declined to allow the offloading of the passenger.
The aircraft was then denied entry into Indian territory due to the presence of Bangladeshi passengers on board. In response to instructions from the Mumbai ATC, the pilot redirected the flight towards Karachi and requested permission to land from the Karachi Air Traffic Controller. Subsequently, the plane makes Emergency landing at Jinnah International Airport in Karachi at 7:28 am.
Upon landing, the Civil Aviation Authority’s (CAA) medical team promptly responded, with doctors rushing to provide emergency medical assistance to the affected passenger. The onboard medical examination revealed the seriousness of the passenger’s condition, prompting immediate medical intervention.
After receiving necessary medical aid, medical personnel stabilized the passenger. Following thorough medical assessment and treatment, the flight resumed its journey from Karachi to Riyadh. This incident underscores the critical role of prompt medical response and international cooperation in ensuring the safety and well-being of air travelers in distress.
