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A Lufthansa flight from Frankfurt to Seville experienced a critical incident last February when the co-pilot fainted, leaving the cockpit unattended for 10 minutes. The Airbus A321, carrying nearly 200 passengers, maintained a stable flight due to the autopilot. The captain's attempts to access the cockpit were initially unsuccessful, but the co-pilot eventually opened the door. An unplanned landing in Madrid followed, with the co-pilot receiving medical attention. Both Lufthansa and Spanish aviation authorities investigated the incident.

Prepared by Christopher Adams and reviewed by editorial team.