Air Canada Flight AC897 Diverts to Amsterdam
Air Canada flight AC897, operating from Athens to Toronto, made an unscheduled diversion to Amsterdam. The flight, served by a Boeing 777-300ER with the registration C-FIVS, departed Athens, Greece, one hour behind schedule at 14:15 EEST.
Flight Details
- Airline: Air Canada
- Flight Number: AC897
- Aircraft Type: Boeing 777-300ER
- Registration: C-FIVS
Reason for Diversion
While cruising at an altitude of 34,000 feet over Germany, the flight crew decided to turn left, indicating a likely medical emergency on board. The airline arranged for the aircraft to make a brief 50-minute stop in Amsterdam.
Flight Updates
- UPDATE 16:42 CEST: The aircraft touched down on runway 06 at Amsterdam Schiphol Airport.
- UPDATE 16:47 CEST: The flight arrived at stand E9.
