Man Found in Plane’s Landing Gear Suffering from Severe Hypothermia

The discovery of a young man found in the landing gear of a plane at Paris-Orly airport on December 28, 2023, has raised concerns due to the hazardous conditions he was exposed to. The man, believed to be in his twenties, was found alive but in critical condition, suffering from severe hypothermia.

The discovery took place during routine technical checks of the aircraft. The man was transferred to the hospital by paramedics upon being treated by the airport’s gendarmerie and emergency services. The Gendarmerie des Transports Aériens (GTA) confirmed that a “person [was] seriously injured” at Orly airport, but did not provide further details at the time.

When someone is exposed to cold temperatures, especially at high altitudes, without proper protective clothing or equipment, they are at risk of developing hypothermia, a potentially life-threatening condition. The individual was found inside the landing gear of the aircraft, which is a hazardous location due to the lack of insulation from the external environment.

Hypothermia occurs when the body loses heat faster than it can produce it, causing a dangerously low body temperature. Severe cases of hypothermia can lead to confusion, lethargy, loss of consciousness, and cardiac and respiratory failure. Immediate medical treatment is crucial to prevent further complications and increase the chances of survival.

The circumstances behind how the man ended up in the aircraft’s landing gear are still unclear. It is incredibly rare for someone to survive such a journey, given the inhospitable conditions and lack of oxygen at high altitudes.

This incident serves as a reminder of the risks associated with stowing away in aircraft and the extreme dangers posed by hypothermia and altitude exposure. It also highlights the need for enhanced security measures to prevent unauthorized access to sensitive areas of airports and aircraft.

As the investigation into this incident continues, our thoughts are with the young man as he receives medical treatment, and we hope for his eventual recovery. This is a sobering reminder of the dangers of such extreme and hazardous actions.

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