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A tragic incident unfolded on FlySafair flight FA417 from Durban to Johannesburg on Sunday, 22 September 2025, when a male passenger suffered a severe medical emergency and passed away despite desperate attempts to save him. The passenger, who had been medically cleared to fly before boarding, saw his condition worsen rapidly in mid-air, leading to a heartbreaking outcome just 10 minutes before the plane touched down at OR Tambo International Airport.FlySafair has expressed deep sorrow, offering professional counselling to traumatised passengers and crew while thanking those who stepped in to help. This event, occurring during a routine domestic flight, has raised questions about in-flight medical responses and highlighted the unpredictable nature of health emergencies at altitude. As South Africa observes the close of Heritage Month on 25 September 2025, the airline’s compassionate approach underscores the human side of aviation, prioritising support for all affected amid calls for enhanced onboard medical preparedness.The loss has left many reflecting on the fragility of life, with FlySafair committing to a thorough internal review to understand what happened and improve future protocols. Passengers described the scene as distressing, but the crew’s quick actions have been praised for maintaining calm during the crisis.
