BREAKING: Panic in the Skies: U.S.-Bound United Airlines Flight Makes Emergency Return to Lagos [Video]

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A United Airlines flight bound for Washington, D.C., made an emergency return to Lagos, leaving several passengers and crew members with minor injuries.

Flight UA613, a Boeing 787-8 carrying 245 passengers, eight cabin crew, and three pilots, declared an emergency shortly after takeoff and safely landed at Murtala Muhammed International Airport (MMIA).

According to reports, the incident occurred while the plane was flying over Ivory Coast airspace. A passenger, speaking anonymously, described a harrowing experience as the aircraft lost pressure and made a sharp descent three times.

“We had already been served our meals when the plane lost pressure and dropped. I hit my head on the ceiling because of the impact and became unconscious. A medical team member attended to me during the turmoil,” the passenger said.

Initially, the pilot announced plans to land in Ghana, but the aircraft eventually returned to Nigeria after spending four tense hours in the air.

United Airlines confirmed the incident, stating, “Flight UA613 from Lagos to Washington D.C. returned to Lagos to address a technical issue. After landing safely, the aircraft was met by first responders to address reports of minor injuries to several passengers and crew.”

The incident has sparked concerns about passenger safety and airline protocols, with many applauding the crew’s professionalism in managing the emergency.

See the video below:

Many inj¥red as U.S.-bound flight with 245 passengers makes emergency return to Lagos

United Airlines flight UA613, en route from Lagos to Washington, declared an emergency and returned to Lagos shortly after takeoff.

Vanguard reports indicate that several passengers and crew… pic.twitter.com/hyAlMVs0cx

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Emergency on Thursday's Lagos to Washington flight
United Airlines, UA613, Boeing 787-8https://t.co/ZUWadntjx5 pic.twitter.com/SJrOxe1Djo

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