24-07-2025
Storks deliver an angel on AI Express Muscat-Mumbai flight
Capt Ashish Vaghani, Capt Faraz Ahmed, Senior Cabin Crew Sneha Naga and Cabin Crew(s)- Aishwarya Shirke, Asiya Khalid, and Muskan Chauhan ensured a safe delivery onboard Air India Express Muscat–Mumbai flight.
NEW DELHI: Air India Express Thursday said a healthy baby was born midair on its Muscat-Mumbai flight. The delivery was assisted by the airline's trained cabin crew, with timely support from a nurse among the guests onboard.
"The moment the Thai national went into labour, the crew responded swiftly - drawing on their rigorous training to ensure a secure environment for the birth... the crew supported the guest through the delivery with empathy and professionalism.
The pilots promptly alerted Air Traffic Control to request priority landing at Mumbai, where medical teams and an ambulance were ready on arrival. Upon touchdown, both mother and baby were immediately transferred to a nearby hospital for further care, accompanied by a female airline staff member to provide continued support," the airline said in a statement.
Air India Express is in touch with the Consulate General of Thailand in Mumbai to support the guest's onward journey to their home country.
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