A passenger boarding flight number 101 from Muscat to London Heathrow required hospital treatment this morning after being bitten by an insect.

Oman Air released the following statement.

“Oman Air regrets to inform that a guest during boarding of flight number 101 from Muscat to London Heathrow was bitten by a “centipede” which was hidden in the pocket of his jacket. Immediately after the incident, Oman Air Team requested for medical attention and the affected guest was taken for treatment accompanied by his family.”

“Oman Air apologizes for the inconvenience caused to its valued guests, confirming giving its utmost priority to the safety and wellbeing of the guests, and extends its appreciation for their understanding and cooperation. Flight WY 101 departed with a delay of 1 hour and 18 minutes.”

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