Air France Flight AF460 Diverted to Porto Following Emergency Signal Over Atlantic
Paris, February 13, 2026 – An Air France flight traveling from Paris-Charles de Gaulle Airport to Sao Paulo, Brazil, was unexpectedly diverted to Porto, Portugal, on Friday, February 13, 2026. The diversion occurred after the aircraft’s crew emitted an emergency signal while flying over the Atlantic Ocean.
The flight, identified as AF460, departed from Roissy-Charles de Gaulle just before 11:00 AM local time. Approximately two hours into its journey, while at an altitude of 11,000 meters over the Atlantic, an emergency signal was transmitted by the crew, as reported by Airlive.net. The Airbus 1350 then altered its course and headed towards Francisco Sá Carneiro Airport in Porto.
Passenger Illness Cited as Reason for Diversion
Air France confirmed to actu Paris that the flight was diverted due to a passenger falling ill. A spokesperson for the airline stated, “The flight was diverted due to a sick passenger.”
Following the unscheduled landing in Porto, Air France indicated that the flight was able to “take off again immediately” and is currently continuing its journey towards Sao Paulo. Further details regarding the condition of the passenger were not immediately released.
Recent Similar Incidents for Air France
This incident is not isolated for Air France. Just a few days prior, another Air France flight traveling between Paris and Atlanta was also forced to reroute to a different airport before crossing the Atlantic. Additionally, a flight from Paris to Beirut had to issue an emergency signal and turn back earlier.
These events highlight the importance of safety protocols and the crew’s ability to respond swiftly to unforeseen circumstances during air travel. The airline continues to prioritize passenger well-being and operational safety.
The quick decision to divert the flight to Porto ensured that the ill passenger could receive prompt medical attention, underscoring the airline’s commitment to passenger welfare.
Source: https://actu.fr/ile-de-france/tremblay-en-france_93073/un-vol-air-france-entre-paris-et-sao-paulo-emet-un-signal-d-urgence-au-dessus-de-l-atlantique-et-change-de-cap_63839979.html
