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Hawaiian Airlines has identified the deceased attendant from a heart attack during a flight on Thursday as a longtime employee.
Emile Griffith, who worked for Hawaiian Airlines for more than 31 years, died on the flight, the company said in a statement.
"We are deeply saddened by the loss of Emile Griffith, a member of our air hostess" Ohana for over 31 years, who died while working on our flight between Honolulu and New York last night, "said the airlines in a statement." We are always grateful to Emile's colleagues and the good Samaritans on board who stayed by his side and provided extensive medical help. "
HAWAIIAN AIRLINES FLIGHT MISCELLANEOUS AFTER THE DEATH OF A FLIGHT AGENT
Hawaiian Airlines' Flight 50 was traveling from Honolulu to New York when it was diverted to San Francisco on Thursday night after a crew member suffered "an alleged heart attack," said Doug Yakel, spokesperson. from San Francisco Airport.
Medical personnel attempted to perform CPR during the flight, but suspended efforts before landing, Yakel said. Sources told Hawaii News Now that crew members have been performing CPR for hours. Yakel said the passengers had been embarked on other flights. The flight carried 253 passengers and 12 crew members.
A PILOT SAVED IN HONOLULU, HOSPITALIZED AFTER A PLANE ACCIDENT DURING A MILITARY EXERCISE
"Emile loved and appreciated his work in Hawaii and always shared it with our guests. Our hearts are with Emile's family, his friends and the lucky ones to know him, "the statement concluded.
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Associated Press contributed to this report.
