Etihad Airways has announced the death of one of its pilots on its flight EY927 for shipping services from Abu Dhabi to Amsterdam. The aircraft was flown to Kuwait International Airport, the UAE-based Al Bayan reported.
"Etihad Airways regrets to announce with great sadness the news of the death of one of its pilots on its flight EY927 to cargo services from Abu Dhabi to Amsterdam," a spokesman for Etihad Airways said in a statement.
The spokesman added: "After the pilot lost his ability to move early in the flight, the first co-pilot issued a distress call and the aircraft was flown to Kuwait International Airport. The plane was received at Kuwait airport by a medical team to assist the pilot on board. However, after the medical examination was announced his death. "
The spokesman expressed the company's deep sorrow and sadness for this great loss, pointing out that the company's most concern is focused on the family of the deceased at this difficult time in front of them sincere condolences and condolences.