Monday, January 29, 2024
Aeromexico passenger opens plane’s emergency exit over health concerns due to prolonged delay, lack of air on Mexico City to Guatemala flight; faces police action.
A passenger took decisive action when the airplane bound for Guatemala City was delayed on the runway for several hours without functioning air conditioning or available water for those on board.
The authorities at Mexico International Airport confirmed that the incident caused no injuries, but the individual involved was turned over to law enforcement.
However, other travelers on the flight collectively expressed their support for the passenger’s actions.
The event unfolded last Thursday, around 11:30 AM, a significant delay after the scheduled departure time of the Aeromexico flight from Mexico City.
A report indicated that technical maintenance issues were behind the delay.
Subsequently, it was reported that the actions of the passenger, who has not been identified, necessitated a change in aircraft.
Details regarding the passenger’s current legal status and potential charges remain unclear.
The other passengers on the flight viewed the situation differently, emphasizing their support for the individual’s actions.
In a handwritten statement, passengers from the Mexico City to Guatemala flight AM 0672 declared that the person who opened the emergency exit did so for the safety of everyone on board, citing the prolonged wait and lack of ventilation as health hazards.
They praised the passenger as a lifesaver and endorsed this sentiment by adding their names and signatures to the note, which was then shared on social media platforms.
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