Eva Air: Taiwan airline apologises for asking dead flight attendant for paperwork

The woman's death has triggered widespread anger in Taiwan following speculation that she was overworked.

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The 34-year-old Eva Air flight attendant, surnamed Sun, died earlier this month after reportedly feeling unwell during a flight.

Days after her death, the airline texted her asking for proof that she applied for leave during the time she was in hospital.

Ms Sun's death has enraged many online amid speculation that she was overworked. Taiwanese authorities and Eva Air are now investigating whether Ms Sun was denied medical help or discouraged from taking sick leave.

In a statement provided to the BBC, Eva Air said that it had maintained contact with her family when she was in hospital and was "deeply saddened" by Sun's death.