United Zurich to Washington Flight Makes Emergency Landing in Shannon

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SHANNON- A United Airlines (UA) Boeing 767-300(ER) jet executed an emergency landing at Shannon Airport (SNN) today (February 8, 2024) following a medical emergency declaration during its transatlantic journey.

The aircraft, operating as flight UA53 from Zurich (ZRH) to Washington (IAD), carried 151 passengers and crew members when the incident occurred.

United Flight Emergency Landing

The emergency situation developed approximately two hours into the flight when the aircraft was positioned 80 kilometers off Ireland’s South West coast, The Journal.ie reported.

The flight crew immediately established contact with Irish air traffic controllers, declaring a medical emergency and requesting clearance for an emergency landing at Shannon Airport.

Shannon Airport authorities initiated their emergency response protocols upon receiving notification of the incoming aircraft. The National Ambulance Service mobilized emergency medical resources to meet the flight upon arrival.

Due to the aircraft’s overweight landing status, Shannon Airport’s Fire and Rescue Service deployed to strategic positions along the runway, adhering to standard safety procedures.

While initial plans called for the stranded passengers to resume their journey on a replacement aircraft from London, United Airlines subsequently canceled the continuation flight.

The cancellation has left passengers waiting at Shannon Airport, adding further complexity to the disrupted journey.

Overweight Landing

The United Airlines flight executed a safe landing at Shannon Airport at 1:35 PM, with airport fire service vehicles escorting the aircraft from touchdown to its terminal position. Emergency response teams, including ambulance paramedics and airport personnel, awaited the aircraft’s arrival at the terminal.

Airport fire crews conducted a thorough inspection of the aircraft’s undercarriage, specifically examining the braking system for potential overheating from the overweight landing. The fire service maintained their position alongside the aircraft for an extended period following touchdown.

National Ambulance Service personnel arrived at the scene with both an ambulance and a rapid response vehicle. The medical team assessed and treated the affected passengers before transferring them to University Hospital Limerick for further medical attention.

Airport staff directed the remaining passengers to the transit lounge after deplaning. While United Airlines initially planned to deploy a replacement aircraft from London to continue the journey, this contingency plan faced cancellation. The rescheduled departure, originally set for 7:00 PM, also underwent cancellation.

United Airlines has now arranged overnight hotel accommodations for the stranded passengers. The revised travel plan indicates the passengers will resume their journey to Washington on Sunday evening, marking a significant delay in their travel schedule.

Similar Incident

Earlier this week, United Airlines aircraft declared a medical emergency during its final approach to Edinburgh Airport, activating emergency protocols for Flight UA36 from Newark Liberty International Airport. The flight crew transmitted a 7700 emergency squawk code at 9:53 AM, alerting ground control to the urgent medical situation onboard.

The Boeing aircraft maintained its scheduled approach path to Edinburgh while ground emergency services mobilized for immediate response. Air traffic controllers coordinated with local emergency services to ensure a rapid deployment upon the aircraft’s arrival.

Medical responders boarded the aircraft immediately after landing to attend to the affected passenger. A United Airlines representative confirmed the incident, stating that emergency services met Flight UA36 upon its scheduled arrival at Edinburgh Airport to address a passenger’s medical condition.

The 7700 squawk code, an internationally recognized signal for emergencies, triggered an automatic emergency response protocol at Edinburgh Airport. Ground crews and medical teams positioned themselves strategically around the designated arrival gate to minimize response time.

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