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Several infants and an elderly passenger encountered respiratory difficulties aboard Air Mauritius flight MK749 from Mumbai to Mauritius due to malfunctioning air conditioning systems during the journey. Passengers faced prolonged discomfort and uncertainty as the situation unfolded.
Incident Details
A passenger, speaking to ANI, revealed that infants and a 78-year-old individual developed breathing problems on flight MK749. The flight, scheduled to depart at 4:30 am, experienced an engine problem after boarding commenced at 3:45 am. Despite the issue, passengers were reportedly kept on board for over five hours without the option to disembark.
The incident detailed the distressing experience of being confined inside the aircraft while grappling with the oppressive conditions caused by the malfunctioning air conditioning. Efforts to communicate with airport authorities and Air Mauritius allegedly yielded no resolution.
Elderly Passenger’s Struggle
One of the affected passengers, Banudutt Boolauky, a 78-year-old individual, reportedly faced significant challenges due to the lack of adequate ventilation. His ordeal highlights the vulnerability of certain demographics in such situations.
Response and Actions
As the situation unfolded, it was revealed that the flight had been cancelled, and efforts were underway to make necessary arrangements for the affected passengers. However, specific details regarding the airline’s response to the incident are pending, awaiting an official statement.
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The incident underscores the critical importance of maintaining functional air conditioning systems aboard aircraft, particularly for vulnerable passengers such as infants and the elderly.
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