An Emirates flight from Dubai to New York made an emergency stop in Manchester on Thursday afternoon.
Flight EK201, from Dubai to John F Kennedy International Airport, was forced to divert after a passenger fell ill, the airline said.
“The sick passenger was assisted off the aircraft to receive medical attention,” a spokesman said. “The flight is refuelling and will continue to JFK as soon as possible.
“Emirates apologises for any inconvenience. The safety of our passengers and crew is of paramount importance.”
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Emergency phone numbers in the UAE
Estijaba – 8001717 – number to call to request coronavirus testing
Ministry of Health and Prevention – 80011111
Dubai Health Authority – 800342 – The number to book a free video or voice consultation with a doctor or connect to a local health centre
Emirates airline – 600555555
Etihad Airways – 600555666
Ambulance – 998
Knowledge and Human Development Authority – 8005432 ext. 4 for Covid-19 queries
