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Incident Overview
A British passenger aboard Princess Cruises’ Sky Princess required urgent medical evacuation on March 26, 2025, while the ship was sailing approximately 15 miles west of A Guarda, Spain. The passenger, suffering from cardiac complications, was successfully airlifted to Álvaro Cunqueiro Hospital in Vigo by Spain’s Galician Coast Guard.
Emergency Response Details
The evacuation was conducted by the Pesca 1 helicopter unit, with dramatic images released by the coast guard showing medical personnel and ship’s crew carefully transferring the patient into a rescue basket. The operation occurred as the Sky Princess was en route from Vigo, Spain, to Funchal, Madeira, during its 27-day transatlantic voyage from Fort Lauderdale to Southampton.
Voyage Information
The Sky Princess had departed Fort Lauderdale, Florida, on March 9, 2025, on a comprehensive itinerary including ports in Spain, Portugal, Morocco, and the Canary Islands before its scheduled April 5 arrival in Southampton. The medical emergency occurred approximately midway through this extended journey.
Current Status
Princess Cruises has confirmed the medical evacuation but maintains standard privacy protocols regarding the passenger’s identity and current medical condition. The ship has continued with its planned itinerary without further disruptions. Spanish maritime authorities have commended the efficient coordination between the cruise ship’s medical team and coast guard rescue personnel.