On the night of 25/1, approximately 37 minutes after takeoff, a female Spanish passenger on flight VN31 began experiencing seizures and vomiting blood. The flight crew announced a call for medical assistance. Two passengers, both doctors, provided initial first aid and recommended the plane return to ensure the passenger's safety.

After assessing the passenger's condition, the captain decided to return to Tan Son Nhat airport. The captain coordinated with the operations center and ground units to prepare for medical support.

A Vietnam Airlines aircraft parked at Tan Son Nhat airport. *Quynh Tran*

The plane landed at Tan Son Nhat airport at 01:39 on 26/1. Airport medical staff monitored the female passenger along with her relatives.

The flight to Frankfurt later departed, delayed by approximately 2 hours 55 minutes. This delay potentially affected some passengers' connecting flights. However, passengers on board expressed agreement, prioritizing the life and health of the distressed individual.

Anh Duy