An Air India Express flight IX1240 from Jaipur to Bengaluru was forced to make an emergency landing in Indore on January 6 after a one-year-old passenger developed serious breathing difficulties mid-air. The aircraft, originally scheduled to reach Bengaluru at night, was diverted around 8 pm following the medical emergency.

According to airline sources, a doctor travelling onboard provided CPR to the infant while the flight continued toward Indore. The cabin crew coordinated with the pilot and Air Traffic Control to prioritize a safe and swift landing to ensure immediate medical care.

Upon landing, an ambulance was ready to rush the infant to a nearby hospital, where medical teams continued life-saving measures. Despite these efforts, the child tragically succumbed to the medical condition, marking a heartbreaking outcome for the family.

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An Air India Express spokesperson said, “Immediate support was facilitated on board by the crew and a doctor travelling on the flight. The infant was rushed to a hospital upon landing. Unfortunately, the infant succumbed to the medical condition. We extend our deepest condolences to the family during this difficult time.”

The incident highlights the challenges airlines face in handling in-flight medical emergencies, especially involving infants. Cabin crews are trained to stabilize passengers and coordinate with ground medical facilities for swift intervention in such situations.

Authorities are reviewing the event to understand all circumstances surrounding the infant’s condition and the emergency response. The airline reaffirmed its commitment to passenger safety and adherence to protocols for medical emergencies onboard.

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