Lufthansa flight pilot missing in action for 10 minutes — Here’s what saved the flight

In February 2024, a Lufthansa Airbus A321 flew for about ten minutes without a conscious pilot after the co-pilot fainted alone in the cockpit. The captain, who was momentarily out, could not re-enter due to the locked cockpit door. The planes autopilot kept the flight stable, preventing disaster. The co-pilot later regained partial consciousness to unlock the door. Investigations revealed a seizure caused by an undiagnosed neurological condition. The incident highlights the crucial role of two pilots in the cockpit.