Passengers restrain pilot during apparent medical emergency on 'terrifying' flight
Summary
An Air Canada flight from Newark to Halifax was diverted to Boston after the pilot had a seizure mid-flight. Passengers and crew helped restrain the pilot for about 40 minutes while the co-pilot safely landed the plane in Boston.Key Facts
- The incident happened on Air Canada Flight AC7664, operated by PAL Airlines.
- The pilot suffered a medical emergency believed to be a seizure.
- The plane was a De Havilland Q400 carrying 61 passengers.
- The first officer took control and diverted the flight to Boston.
- Passengers and flight attendants helped restrain the pilot to prevent harm.
- A registered nurse on board assisted during the emergency.
- Emergency responders met the plane after landing, and the pilot was taken to a hospital.
- Air Canada is arranging alternate travel for passengers on the flight.
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