Sequence & Resolution
Event Date05/11/2026
Level
Incident
CategoryMedical Problem
Flight PhaseDescent
Technical Issue Details
•Airbus A320-232 (G-EUYW) was operating flight BA1458 from London Heathrow (LHR) to Edinburgh (EDI).
•During the descent phase of the flight, the co-pilot became incapacitated due to a sudden medical issue.
•The captain declared an emergency (Squawk 7700) and requested priority landing handling.
Outcome / Handling
•The aircraft landed safely at Edinburgh Airport at approximately 18:42 local time.
•Emergency services and medical personnel met the aircraft upon landing on the runway.
•No other crew members or passengers sustained any injuries.
Current Status
•The affected pilot was transferred to a local hospital for medical treatment.
•The return flight (BA1459) to London Heathrow was cancelled.
•The aircraft was grounded in Edinburgh for about 18 hours before performing a ferry flight (BA9271) back to London Heathrow.
Sourcewww.dailyrecord.co.uk
Flight Information
Flight NumberBA1458
Flight Duration63 minutes
Landing Runway24 (EDI)