An easyJet passenger tragically died shortly after flight EJU6775 departed Nantes Loire Atlantique airport in France, as the aircraft made its way to Lanzarote
EasyJet Passengers were left in shock after a person died mid-flight on their way to Lanzarote.
The passenger passed away on flight EJU6775 shortly after it left Nantes Loire Atlantique airport in France on Tuesday. A spokesperson for the airline confirmed their workers are medically trained.
They explained that staff on-board the plane “did everything possible”, but despite their best efforts, the passenger sadly died. The captain is said to have deployed a distress signal before “performing a routine landing in accordance with standard procedures.”
The passengers cause of death hasn’t been released at this time. The spokesperson told French publication Le Parisien: “‘Our crews are trained to respond to medical procedures and did everything possible during the flight.
“Our thoughts are with the passenger’s family and friends and we extend our full support and assistance to them during this difficult time. The well-being and safety of our passengers and crew is always easyJet’s top priority.”
The Mirror has contacted easyJet for comment.
This is a breaking news story. Follow us on Google News, Flipboard, Apple News, Twitter, Facebook or visit The Mirror homepage.