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89-Year-Old Woman's Death Delays easyJet Flight 12 Hours

12/19/2025

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The Civil Guard confirmed that an 89-year-old British woman died aboard an easyJet flight from Spain to Gatwick, prompting a 12-hour delay before takeoff.
Witnesses said her family insisted she was merely tired, despite her appearance suggesting otherwise.
Passengers criticized easyJet ground staff for allowing her onboard.
Passengers also questioned the fit-to-fly certification.
easyJet expressed condolences and emphasized passenger safety, noting concerns about cross-border protocols for transporting deceased individuals.

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The Civil Guard confirmed that an 89-year-old British woman died aboard an easyJet flight from Spain to Gatwick, prompting a 12-hour delay before takeoff.
Witnesses said her family insisted she was merely tired, despite her appearance suggesting otherwise.
Passengers criticized easyJet ground staff for allowing her onboard.
Passengers also questioned the fit-to-fly certification.
easyJet expressed condolences and emphasized passenger safety, noting concerns about cross-border protocols for transporting deceased individuals.