in-flight medical emergency
Former Karnataka MLA Dr. Anjali Nimbalkar Performs Life-Saving CPR on American Passenger During Flight
Dec 15, 2025 03:28 pm CST
Dr. Anjali Nimbalkar, a former Congress MLA from Karnataka, saved the life of an American woman by performing emergency CPR during a Goa-New Delhi flight. The 34-year-old passenger had lost consciousness and her pulse shortly after takeoff. Dr. Nimbalkar's quick medical intervention earned praise from Karnataka Chief Minister Siddaramaiah and demonstrated her commitment to her medical oath despite her current political role.
Doctor's Heroic Attempt to Save Cancer Patient Who Died During Singapore Airlines Flight
Nov 09, 2025 06:06 pm CST
A liver cancer patient died aboard Singapore Airlines flight SQ378 despite heroic intervention from Dr. Desmond Wai and two other physicians. The gastroenterologist from Mount Elizabeth Novena Specialist Centre responded to an emergency call, performing CPR alongside cabin crew for 30 minutes before having to stop resuscitation efforts, highlighting the challenges of in-flight medical emergencies.
Heroic Kerala Nurses Perform Lifesaving CPR on Air Arabia Flight: A Mid-Air Medical Emergency Success Story
Oct 31, 2025 07:38 pm CST
Two Kerala nurses, Abhijith Jees and Ajeesh Nelson, traveling to their new jobs in the UAE, successfully performed emergency CPR on a fellow passenger suffering cardiac arrest during an Air Arabia flight from Kochi to Abu Dhabi, demonstrating remarkable professional skill and dedication that saved a life mid-air.
Elderly Vegetarian Passenger Dies After Choking on Non-Vegetarian Meal on Qatar Airways Flight
Oct 09, 2025 10:43 am CST
An 85-year-old retired cardiologist tragically died after choking on a non-vegetarian meal aboard a Qatar Airways flight when his pre-ordered vegetarian meal wasn't available. His family has filed a wrongful death lawsuit alleging negligence in both meal service and emergency medical response, highlighting serious concerns about airline protocols for dietary restrictions and passenger care.