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Deceased Passenger's Body Left in Heated Galley for 13 Hours
21 Mar
Summary
- A woman died on a 13.5-hour flight from Hong Kong to London.
- Her body was stored in the plane's heated galley, causing an odor.
- British Airways is supporting the crew following the incident.
A passenger in her sixties tragically died on a British Airways flight from Hong Kong to London. Despite the death occurring shortly after takeoff, the flight continued its 13.5-hour journey. Pilots and cabin crew debated the storage of the deceased, ultimately rejecting a suggestion to use a lavatory in favor of a rear galley.
During the long flight, the passenger's body was kept in the galley, which had a heated floor. Towards the end of the journey, other passengers began complaining about an unpleasant smell emanating from the area. Upon landing at Heathrow Airport, the aircraft was met by police.
British Airways confirmed the incident, stating that a customer had passed away and their thoughts were with the family. The airline is providing support to the crew members who were on board, with reports indicating some are experiencing trauma.
