July 2nd 2024.
A chaotic scene unfolded on a flight from Madrid to Uruguay as passengers were suddenly jolted by "strong turbulence," resulting in injuries and an emergency landing in Brazil. According to Spanish airline Air Europa, their flight UX045 was redirected to the Natal airport due to the unexpected turbulence. Thankfully, the plane landed safely and those who were injured were quickly attended to.
The aircraft involved was a Boeing 787-9 Dreamliner, capable of carrying up to 339 passengers. As reported by flight tracking website FlightAware, the plane experienced severe turbulence during the flight. One passenger, Maximiliano, recounted the terrifying moment as the plane suddenly lurched downwards, causing those without seat belts to hit the ceiling and sustain injuries. Another passenger, Stevan, described the chaos and injuries suffered by approximately 30 people.
Meanwhile, the news of this incident has added to the negative publicity surrounding Boeing. Despite no evidence that the turbulence was caused by a safety malfunction, the company has been under scrutiny due to recent whistleblowers alleging safety concerns. In fact, just last week, a whistleblower came forward with claims that certain parts of Boeing's 787 Dreamliner planes were built in an unsafe manner, potentially leading to catastrophic consequences. This follows previous reports from whistleblowers, including a Boeing engineer, who had identified similar issues in the past.
In response to these allegations and concerns, the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) and Boeing temporarily halted deliveries of new Dreamliners for nearly two years. However, after implementing changes in their manufacturing process, deliveries have since resumed. Unfortunately, this is not the first time Boeing has faced such issues, as more than a dozen whistleblowers have come forward against the company in recent years. These concerns have only intensified after a door plug blew off a 737 Max plane earlier this year, leaving a large hole in the side of the aircraft.
As investigations by the FAA and the US Department of Justice continue, passengers on the diverted Air Europa flight can take comfort in knowing that another plane will be sent to pick them up and continue their journey. In the meantime, the injured passengers are receiving necessary medical attention at the Natal International Airport. Despite the turbulence and injuries, the quick actions of the pilot and crew ensured the safety of all on board and avoided a potentially tragic outcome.
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