MELBOURNE, Feb 27 (NNN-Bernama) — Etihad Airways will install new state-of-the-art technology on its long and ultra long-haul aircraft which can monitor the condition of passengers who display signs of sickness that might require immediate medical attention.

The “Tempus IC” system allows cabin crew to gather vital information about a passenger’s health quickly and efficiently, the airline said in a statement.

“The data covers a wide range of the passenger’s ‘vital signs’ including blood pressure and an electrocardiogram. It also allows the crew to take photo imagery,” it said.

“That information is then transmitted to a medical team of global experts specialised in assistance in in-flight medical contingencies. Following their advice the crew will take a decision about what to do next for the passenger and the flight.”

Etihad Airways’ chief operations officer Captain Richard Hill, said passenger welfare and safety was of the utmost importance to Etihad and the introduction of the Tempus IC system would ensure that when medical emergencies do occur they were evaluated quickly.

“This helps ensure that the passenger can receive the appropriate treatment when the aircraft lands, whether this is as a diversion or at its final destination,” he said.

Etihad will introduce the Tempus IC technology, designed and manufactured by UK-based RDT, on its A340 and Boeing 777 aircraft and then subsequently across the remaining long and ultra long haul fleet.

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