Blue Bird flight from Ben Gurion to Italy turns back after crew member injured

A Blue Bird flight from Ben Gurion Airport to Italy turned around mid-air and returned to Israel after a flight attendant fell and broke a leg, according to Channel 12. Passengers are waiting for an alternative flight.

According to Channel 12, the Blue Bird flight departed Ben Gurion Airport en route to Italy but turned around shortly after takeoff when a flight attendant was injured during the flight. The aircraft returned to Israel and landed safely. Passengers are being accommodated on an alternative flight. The incident is not related to security concerns.

2 developments

1. yesterday · 19:00 · 19 JulLatest

   Crew receiving medical care; replacement crew to continue flight.

2. 18:57 · 19 Jul

   Blue Bird flight from Ben Gurion to Italy turns back after crew member injured

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