A rare rescue operation unfolded onboard a British Airways flight when the staff had to devise an unconventional plan to free a plus-size passenger stuck in seat 1A of first class. The incident occurred during a flight from Nigeria to Heathrow, where the passenger had indulged in the luxuries of a $7,000 first-class ticket. However, after 6.5 hours in flight, he found himself unable to get up from his seat.
Despite multiple attempts by BA staff to assist him, their efforts proved futile, prompting the initiation of a more intricate operation. "A volumetric passenger is stuck in seat 1A," read a memo from an engineering staff member, as reported by The Sun. The decision was made to remove the suite door and employ a hoist to safely release the passenger from his seat, which took approximately three hours.
Throughout the ordeal, the BA staff made every effort to support the embarrassed passenger, who fortunately did not suffer any injuries during the incident. Witnesses recounted that while the situation had a humorous aspect, passengers also empathized with the individual's predicament. Crew members provided comfort and assistance to help calm the situation during the extraordinary rescue mission.
