Britons aboard a Jet2 flight were left shaken when their aircraft was forced to make an emergency landing after the pilot suffered a suspected heart attack.

Flight LS1266 was en route from Tenerife to Birmingham when travellers began spotting alarming signs. Flight attendants were spotted rushing through the cabin in tears, with 220 passengers on board, and were heard asking whether any travellers had medical training.

There was also a sudden drop in altitude as the aircraft diverted to an unplanned landing in Porto, with the plane’s first officer taking control. “We were awoken by chaos,” one witness told The Sun, explaining that both they and their partner had been sleeping when things started going wrong.

“Lights began flashing and hostesses who were visibly upset, seeking a doctor.”, reports the Mirror.

“Our two-year-old began crying like many other children onboard because the aircraft was dropping so quickly for an emergency landing.”

Video footage revealed how the aircraft, after touching down successfully in Porto at 2.11am on Friday, was swiftly met by emergency services who tended to the pilot.

“We were stranded in Portugal for over 13 hours without accommodation,” a passenger revealed. “They wouldn’t let us off the plane itself for over an hour. Then we were just left to wander around.

“There was nowhere to stay. They said accommodation was too expensive.”

The passenger added they had “full sympathy” for the pilot. A pilot was dispatched by Jet2 from Manchester to Porto to assist in their return. Passengers were informed they could opt for a free switch onto a Jet2 flight heading to any of 14 UK destinations over the following week.

Jet2 reportedly stated: “Flight LS1266 from Tenerife to Birmingham diverted to Porto on Thursday (21st May), due to one of the pilots feeling unwell.

“At no point was safety compromised, and customers subsequently continued their journey. We would like to apologise to customers for this unforeseen delay.”

Credits: Jet2

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And now, Jet2 has launched ‘Nothing Beats a Jet2holiday’ T-shirts, inspired by the popularity of its catchphrase. 

Jet2 has unveiled a limited-edition sporty T-shirt – and there’s only 100 available in the first item drop.

The brightly colored red T-shirt features the unmistakeable Jet2 voiceover quote on the front.

It also has a crest saying ’22kg’ – a nod to the 22kg baggage allowance included as standard on the company’s flights.

A Jet2 travel emblem is also on the front of the design, representing the more than 75 destinations the company travels to.

The T-shirt has even made select appearances throughout London Fashion Week last week.

It’s now been seen across social media too – with fans and celebs and tastemakers keen to wear the merchandise.

Shot by celebrity and fashion photographer Diana Gomez, celebs and models will wear the T-shirt as part of Jet2’s campaign.

The debut drop features just 100 shirts in the exclusive Sunset colours. 

A second drop, including an alternative colour, is anticipated for release later in the year.

Charlotte Kernohan, head of drand communications at Jet2, said: ‘This summer has been all about the “Nothing beats a Jet2holiday” trend.

‘And the launch of these limited-edition shirts showcases that, whilst giving people the chance to celebrate the trend on their well-deserved holidays whether that’s just around the corner or in Summer 26.’

To get your hands on one of these shirts, head to Jet2’s Instagram for more information.

Jet2 is the UK’s third largest airline, and flies from 13 UK airports to more than 70 destinations across Europe and beyond. 

It offers low-cost flights to such destinations as Austria, Denmark, Norway and Switzerland.

Images of the new T-shirt have circulated on social media, and Jet2’s Instagram account shows pictures and videos of the new merchandise.

Fans were quick to take to the comments to share their thoughts, with one saying: ‘This top is so cool.’

Another added: ‘Not want but NEEDED.’

Meanwhile, a third chimed in: ‘I would so rock this awesome top down that plane aisle to my seat.’

Credits: Jet2 Airline

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