Virgin Atlantic engineer dies after Heathrow accident
Georgie Buxton, 23, sustained injuries on 11 June and died in hospital on 7 July.
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A Virgin Atlantic engineer has died nearly a month after being seriously injured in an accident at Heathrow Airport. Georgie Buxton, 23, sustained the injuries on 11 June while carrying out maintenance on a Boeing 787-9 Dreamliner. He died in hospital on 7 July, the Metropolitan Police confirmed. His family is being supported by specialist officers, the force stated.
Investigation Underway
The Metropolitan Police and the Health and Safety Executive (HSE) have launched a joint investigation into the circumstances surrounding the incident. Officers attended the scene on 11 June, alongside the London Ambulance Service. The HSE confirmed it is investigating the incident with the Metropolitan Police.
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Tributes and Background
Mr Buxton had been employed by Virgin Atlantic for two years. His LinkedIn profile described him as a "highly dedicated worker" with an "immense passion for aircraft engineering". Virgin Atlantic stated it was "heartbroken" to confirm the death of a "much-loved" member of its engineering team. A spokesperson for the airline said their thoughts were with Mr Buxton's family, loved ones, friends, and colleagues, adding that the safety and wellbeing of their people is always their top priority.
Heathrow Airport issued a statement expressing thoughts with Mr Buxton's family and friends, and his colleagues at Virgin Atlantic. An inquest into his death is due to be opened.
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Questions this report answers
+What happened to the Virgin Atlantic engineer?
Georgie Buxton, 23, died on 7 July after sustaining serious injuries in an accident at Heathrow Airport on 11 June while working on a Boeing 787-9 Dreamliner. He had been employed by Virgin Atlantic for two years and was described as a dedicated worker.
+Who is investigating the accident?
The Metropolitan Police and the Health and Safety Executive (HSE) are conducting a joint investigation into the incident. Officers attended the scene on 11 June alongside the London Ambulance Service, and the HSE confirmed its involvement with the police.
+What did Virgin Atlantic say about the engineer?
Virgin Atlantic stated it was heartbroken to confirm the death of Georgie Buxton and described him as a much-loved member of its engineering team. The airline also emphasised that the safety and wellbeing of its people is always its top priority.
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