As the Thai national passenger went into labour mid-air, the crew quickly sprang into action, relying on their intensive training to create a calm and safe environment. The airline praised the team for their empathy, composure, and remarkable presence of mind during the emergency, which helped bring the new life into the world safely
The airline highlighted that seamless coordination between the cockpit and cabin crew, ground staff, airport authorities, and emergency responders reflected its values of agility, teamwork and care. PIC/ AIR INDIA EXPRESS
In a rare and heartwarming event, a baby was born mid-flight on an Air India Express journey from Muscat to Mumbai.
The delivery was successfully assisted by the airline’s trained cabin crew, with timely support from a nurse who happened to be among the passengers. According to the airline, the crew’s professionalism and preparedness, along with swift coordination with ground support, ensured a safe delivery and immediate medical attention for both the mother and newborn, as per the statement released by Air India Express.
As the Thai national passenger went into labour mid-air, the crew quickly sprang into action, relying on their intensive training to create a calm and safe environment. The airline praised the team for their empathy, composure, and remarkable presence of mind during the emergency, which helped bring the new life into the world safely.
The statement further mentioned that the pilots promptly alerted Air Traffic Control (ATC) to request a priority landing at Mumbai, where medical teams and an ambulance were ready upon arrival. Upon touchdown, both mother and baby were immediately transferred to a nearby hospital for further care, accompanied by a female airline staff member to provide continued support.
The airline highlighted that seamless coordination between the cockpit and cabin crew, ground staff, airport authorities, and emergency responders reflected its values of agility, teamwork and care.
Air India Express stated that it is actively coordinating with the Consulate General of Thailand in Mumbai to assist the guest with her onward travel and ensure a smooth return to her home country.
The Muscat-Mumbai flight, during which the rare mid-air delivery took place, was captained by Captain Ashish Vaghani and Captain Faraz Ahmed. The safe and successful delivery was made possible through the efforts of the senior cabin crew member Sneha Naga, along with Aishwarya Shirke, Asiya Khalid, and Muskan Chauhan. The airline lauded their teamwork, preparedness and professionalism in handling the extraordinary situation with calm and care.
"This extraordinary moment not only highlighted the preparedness of the crew but also demonstrated the spirit of compassion and teamwork of the Air India Express," the airline stated.
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