Virgin Atlantic Flight VS165 diverts to Lajes Airport after onboard medical emergency

LAJES, Azores — Virgin Atlantic Flight VS165 was diverted to Lajes Airport in the Azores after a medical emergency involving a person on board, according to flight tracking service AirNavRadar.

The aircraft changed course while en route to allow for urgent medical assistance. No further details have been released regarding the condition of the affected passenger or crew member.

The flight is expected to continue to its destination once the medical situation has been addressed and the aircraft is cleared to depart.