SWISS' new Airbus A350‑900. Photo: SWISS SWISS flight LX123, which took off from Seoul to Zurich, made an emergency landing today (Wednesday, May 6) in the city of Almaty, Kazakhstan, following a medical incident involving the co-pilot during the flight.
According to the company's statement, the Airbus A350 had 227 passengers and 14 crew members on board. During the flight, the co-pilot felt unwell, and it was decided to divert to an airport for an immediate landing to receive medical treatment. Fortunately, three doctors present on the flight provided first aid to the co-pilot, and recommended that the plane should be landed as soon as possible.
The company noted that the crew member's health is a top priority and that all efforts are now being directed towards medical assistance and finding solutions for the passengers, who were forced to deal with an unexpected change in flight plans.
It was also reported that the company is working to examine the continued care of passengers and to arrange their continued journey, but at this stage no further details were provided.