EasyJet cabin crew member injured during flight turbulence as plane forced to return to UK
An EasyJet cabin crew member was injured during flight turbulence as the plane was forced to return to the UK.
Flight EZY439 was due to depart Glasgow International Airport before 12:00 on Sunday and fly to Jersey.
Data from FlightRadar24 showed that the plane took off in the afternoon, having to turn around and return to the Scottish city about 15 minutes into the flight. The plane landed after being in the air for about 40 minutes.
The airline said a crew member required medical attention after turbulence began shortly after takeoff. All passengers were seated with seat belts when turbulence occurred.
An EasyJet spokesperson said: “Flight EZY439 from Glasgow to Jersey on 29 March returned to Glasgow due to a cabin crew member requiring medical attention.
“The flight landed normally in Glasgow and was met by ground medical services. We intend for passengers to continue their journey to Jersey later today and apologize for any inconvenience.”
“The safety and well-being of passengers and crew is always easyJet’s top priority.”
According to Glasgow International Airport’s website, flight EZY439 has been rescheduled to fly to Jersey at 8.35am on Tuesday.
Glasgow International is the second busiest airport in Scotland and the ninth busiest airport in the United Kingdom, after Edinburgh Airport.
