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Vietnam Airlines diverts flight to Pakistan for medical emergency
A Vietnam Airlines flight traveling from Ho Chi Minh City to Munich diverted to Islamabad International Airport in Pakistan to assist a passenger experiencing a medical emergency.
During the flight, a German male passenger suffered seizures. Flight crew members provided immediate assistance and sought medical help from a doctor on board. Following a medical assessment, the doctor advised that the passenger required urgent medical attention, prompting the crew to divert the aircraft to Pakistan.
Vietnam Airlines coordinated with ground services in Islamabad to facilitate medical support. After the passenger received assistance and the aircraft refueled, the flight continued its journey to Munich. The airline also worked with relevant parties to assist other passengers affected by missed connecting flights.
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Ho Chi Minh City · Islamabad International Airport · Munich · Vietnam Airlines