A transatlantic jet diverted to Shannon Airport early today after a passenger suddenly fell ill.
Swiss International Airlines flight SWR-15 was about an hour south west of Ireland when the crew declared a medical emergency.
The Airbus A300-300 jet was travelling from New York’s JFK Airport to Zurich in Switzerland at the time.
The crew opted to divert and land at the nearest suitable airport after reporting they had a male in his 50’s who had taken ill.
There were three medical professionals on board the flight and they assessed and treated the man.
The flight landed at 8.41am and was met by an ambulance from Limerick City and a rapid response advanced paramedic vehicle from Ennis.
The man was taken to University Hospital Limerick for treatment while the flight continued its journey about an hour later.