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EasyJet Flight Forced to Declare Emergency After Crew Member Injured
Flight EZY439 returned shortly after takeoff due to a cabin crew injury in turbulence; the flight was rescheduled and arrived in Jersey five hours later, EasyJet said.
- Flight EZY439 returned to Glasgow International Airport shortly after takeoff for Jersey on Sunday, diverted due to turbulence that injured a cabin crew member during the initial climb.
- Turbulence struck the aircraft approximately 15 minutes after departure, injuring staff and forcing an immediate U-turn. EasyJet confirmed the emergency landing was necessary to provide medical assistance.
- The jet landed safely in Glasgow approximately 40 minutes after takeoff. Medics met the aircraft on the tarmac to provide essential care for the injured crew member.
- Customers eventually reached Jersey after the flight was rescheduled later that evening. EasyJet apologized for inconvenience, stating that passenger and crew safety remains their highest priority.
- EasyJet confirmed the incident was an "extraordinary circumstance" outside its control. The airline resumed operations following mandatory medical intervention and safety checks.
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