A pilot has been applauded after he “shocked” passengers by ordering them dinner following an emergency landing that caused a long flight delay.
The United Airlines flight from San Francisco, California to Houston, Texas had to make an emergency landing just after take off in Albuquerque, New Mexico due to a passenger who needed medical assistance after they collapsed in the bathroom.
There were 150 passengers waiting for several hours when the pilot decided to order 30 pizzas from a local restaurant to a New Mexico airport.
It was a gesture that “completely shocked” everyone, according to passenger Tanya Stamos, who told Fox News the pilot was able to improve the “disheartening” circumstances.
“Most organizations do not go above and beyond, but that captain did not hesitate,” she added. “His display that evening is what we should have more of: selfless acts of love, compassion and humanity.”
Passengers were given a $15 food voucher, Stamos said but because most of the restaurants in the airport were closed it meant that it could not be used.