Four American Airlines flight attendants were injured during turbulence on a flight from Tampa to Charlotte and were hospitalized for evaluation, though the extent of injuries was not disclosed. The flight with 154 passengers landed safely.
Experts suggest turbulence incidents may be increasing due to climate change. Larger airplanes are less affected. Other airlines like Singapore Airlines, Qatar Airways, LATAM Airlines have also experienced severe turbulence, resulting in injuries and a fatality. Korean Air has stopped serving instant ramen as a precaution.
Turbulence is an irregular air motion caused by airflow disruption over the wing, which can lead to injuries or fatalities in severe cases. Airlines must prioritize safety by implementing measures to prevent and mitigate risks.
Sources: USA Today, Newsweek, New York Post, Fox News, USA News, iHeart, DimSum Daily
This article was written in collaboration with Generative AI news company Alchemiq.
