On June 10, 1990, British Airways Flight 5390, carrying 81 passengers and 6 crew members, departed from Birmingham Airport, England, for Malaga, Spain. Just 13 minutes into the flight, the left cockpit window shattered at an altitude of 17,000 feet, causing rapid decompression. Captain Tim Lancaster was nearly ejected from the cockpit, with his upper body outside the plane while his legs remained inside. First Officer Alastair Atchison swiftly took control of the aircraft, while flight attendant Nigel Ogden held onto Lancaster's legs for over 20 minutes to prevent him from falling out. The plane made an emergency landing at Southampton Airport in southern England, just 22 minutes after the incident began. Despite initial fears that Lancaster was dead, he survived with serious injuries, including broken bones and frostbite. Investigations revealed that the cockpit windscreen had been improperly assembled, with bolts that could not withstand cabin pressure. This incident is now regarded as a significant case study in aviation safety, highlighting the importance of teamwork and quick decision-making in emergencies.