What Happens If Someone Dies On A Plane?

Although the exact protocols vary from airline to airline, most follow some general guidelines in the event of a death on board.

“Is there a doctor on board?”

Those who fly frequently may have heard this question asked at some point on a plane. In-flight medical incidents can range from minor to serious, and sometimes the outcome is fatal.

In February, a 41-year-old passenger died after falling ill on an American Airlines flight from the Dominican Republic to North Carolina. Weeks earlier...