A family has been accused of knowingly boarding their dead grandmother onboard an EasyJet flight from Spain to the UK in a wheelchair, though I have a theory of my own.
According to multiple passenger accounts, the 89-year-old British woman was brought to the gate in a wheelchair by five relatives and assisted onto the aircraft. Several witnesses said she appeared slumped and unresponsive as she was wheeled down the jet bridge and seated toward the rear of the cabin. When airline staff questioned her condition, passengers claim family members indicated that she was tired or unwell, but that they were doctors and she was fine.
As the aircraft was taxiing for departure, cabin crew reportedly became concerned about the woman’s condition and contacted ground staff. The flight returned to the gate before takeoff and emergency services were called. Spanish authorities later confirmed that the woman was pronounced dead onboard the aircraft. The incident resulted in a significant delay for the flight.
A great solo travel tip spotted this week on Live and Let's Fly.
