Easyjet flight to Israel turns back to Luton Airport after cabin crew members fall ill

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A PLANE flying from Luton to Israel this morning had to turn back after easyJet cabin crew members became unwell.

Three ambulance crews and two rapid response vehicles were called to Luton Airport just before 9am this morning (May 29) after receiving reports of people having suspected breathing problems.

The East of England Ambulance Service said none of the staff or patients needed treatment and easyJet said they had called the plane, which was going to Tel Aviv, back as a ‘precautionary measure’.

A spokesman for easyJet said: “easyJet can confirm that flight EZY 2083 from Luton to Tel Aviv today has returned to Luton as a precautionary measure due to cabin crew members feeling unwell.

“The crew are currently being assessed by medical staff as a precautionary measure.

“The flight will be delayed overnight and passengers will be provided with overnight accommodation and meals.

“The safety and welfare of our passengers and crew is our highest priority.

“We would apologise for any inconvenience experienced by the delay.”

The East of England Ambulance Service said: “The East of England Ambulance Service NHS Trust received a call to Luton Airport at just before 9am to a report of patients with suspected breathing problems on a plane.

“Three ambulance crews, an ambulance officer, two rapid response vehicles and Hazardous Area Response Team attended.

“Thankfully, none of the passengers and staff required treatment or transport to hospital.”