A United Airlines flight from Lagos to Washington, D.C., declared an emergency and returned to Lagos on January 24, 2025, due to technical issues. Sudden pressure loss caused sharp descents, minor injuries, and chaos. The Boeing 787-8 landed safely after four hours. United Airlines prioritized passenger safety.
A United Airlines flight en route from Lagos to Washington, D.C., declared an emergency and returned to Lagos on January 24, 2025, after experiencing technical issues mid-flight. The Boeing 787-8, carrying 245 passengers and 11 crew members, encountered a sudden loss of pressure over Ivory Coast airspace, causing sharp descents that left several passengers and crew with minor injuries.
One passenger described the terrifying moments as the aircraft abruptly dropped multiple times, leading to injuries and chaos onboard. A medical team member provided immediate assistance to those affected during the ordeal. Initially, the pilot indicated a potential diversion to Ghana, but the flight ultimately landed safely back at Lagos’ Murtala Muhammed International Airport after four hours in the air.
United Airlines confirmed the incident, stating the aircraft returned to Lagos to address the technical problem. Emergency responders met the plane upon landing to care for the injured. The airline emphasized that passenger safety remains their highest priority.
Passengers and crew expressed relief at the safe landing, though the incident underscored the need for heightened vigilance in addressing mid-flight challenges.
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