A tragic incident unfolded on an ITA Airways flight in Italy when a flight attendant and mother of three, Gabriella Cario, 57, passed away in front of fellow passengers. Cario, who was off-duty and traveling as a passenger, reportedly felt unwell before boarding the flight at Reggio Calabria Airport, southeast of Naples, on Saturday. Despite her discomfort, she chose not to seek medical attention, eager to return home to her husband and three sons.
Cario, a seasoned flight attendant, boarded the flight to Rome, but her health rapidly deteriorated after takeoff. She passed away within minutes, leaving her fellow passengers in shock. The sudden turn of events forced all passengers to disembark as paramedics rushed onto the plane. Despite their best efforts, Cario was pronounced dead on the scene.
The incident led to the postponement of the ITA flight until later in the evening, causing a ripple effect of delays for other flights departing from the airport. The cause of Cario’s death has been attributed to a “sudden illness,” although further details have not been disclosed.
Cario’s funeral took place on Tuesday in Sabaudia, the town where she resided with her family. The community has been left in mourning, with many remembering Cario for her bright and kind-hearted nature.
Alberto Mosca, the Mayor of Sabaudia, expressed his condolences, saying, “I knew Gabriella. She was a bright, always smiling, and kind woman.” He extended his heartfelt sympathies to Cario’s husband and their three children on behalf of the entire community.
The incident serves as a stark reminder of the unpredictability of life and the importance of seeking medical attention when feeling unwell. Cario’s untimely death has left a void in the hearts of her family, friends, and the community she served as a flight attendant.