Why Did Passengers Fall Sick Aboard a Eurowings Flight?

On October 18, 2026, several passengers on Eurowings flight EW9631 from Rhodes to Düsseldorf developed gastrointestinal symptoms aboard an Airbus A321. The crew requested priority landing, and emergency services—including ambulances, firefighters and medical staff—responded after the aircraft, carrying at least 212 passengers and seven crew members, landed safely. Three passengers received medical attention and were taken to hospital as a precaution. Norovirus was suspected, but Eurowings said the cause remained unclear and was under investigation.