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Terminally ill retired AVM dies onboard BA
- Aircraft makes emergency landing in Barcelona
- Crew battled to save his life
A Retired Nigerian Air Vice Marshal has died on board a British Airways flight to Abuja as the crew of the airline battled to save the Anambra State-born military officer’s life.
The plane carrying the man made an emergency landing at the El Prat Airport, Barcelona, as they struggled to resuscitate the ailing military officer.
Our correspondent learnt that the flight, which departed London’s Heathrow Airport at 11 pm on Sunday, October 5, was scheduled to land in Abuja at 5 am on Monday but made an unexpected detour to Barcelona after the incident.
It was, however, gathered that the terminally ill retired AVM was being transported back to Abuja for further medication before his sudden demise.
British Airways has already apologised to traumatised passengers, even as efforts are ongoing to ensure that a new aircraft departs the Barcelona airport at 2 pm today (Monday). They are expected to land in Abuja at 7 pm local time.
According to messages shared with the passengers, the airline apologised for the disruption and assured passengers that the Customer Care team would be available to assist with any questions or concerns.
‘Passengers are advised to expect an email with more information and can reach out to the airline’s Live Chat feature for support. British Airways acknowledges the inconvenience and thanks passengers for their patience and understanding,” the airline told the affected passengers in a general message.
Further update from the airline at about noon on Monday, however, the flight is delayed by some 45 minutes, saying: “We’d like to advise that the replacement aircraft for your flight to Abuja is now on its way.
The estimated time of departure from Barcelona is 14:50 local time, with arrival into Abuja expected at approximately 17:45 local time. We understand the inconvenience caused and thank you for your patience. We look forward to welcoming you on board soon. British Airways”
British Airways apologised for the disruption and provided a replacement aircraft.
The new flight is scheduled to depart Barcelona at 2:50 pm local time, with an expected arrival time in Abuja of 5:45 pm local time.
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