Sequence & Resolution
Event Date05/03/2026
Level
Incident
CategoryMedical Problem
Flight PhaseEn Route
Affected AltitudeFL390
Technical Issue DetailsWhile cruising at flight level FL390 near Innsbruck, Austria, the first officer suffered an unexpected medical issue and became incapacitated. The captain took sole command and initiated an immediate diversion.
Outcome / HandlingThe flight safely diverted to Milan Malpensa Airport (MXP), landing on runway 35R approximately 30 minutes after the crew declared the diversion.
Current StatusThe aircraft remained on the ground in Milan for about 3.5 hours. A replacement first officer was brought in to resume the flight, which arrived in Preveza, Greece, with a delay of 4.5 hours.
Flight Information
Flight NumberU22815
Landing Runway35R (MXP)
Delay Duration4.5 hours