Unseen Dangers: How Rising Turbulence Threatens Airline Safety
Turbulence forced a Delta Airlines flight to make an emergency landing, injuring 25 people. With incidents increasing, climate change may be exacerbating the issue by altering the jet stream. The Delta flight represents a growing trend highlighting safety concerns and underscores the need for increased focus on aviation safety.
A Delta Airlines flight heading to Europe encountered severe turbulence, resulting in an emergency landing in Minneapolis and hospitalizing 25 passengers. The turbulence caused several passengers, unbuckled at the time, to be thrown around the cabin dangerously.
Recent data suggest that serious injuries from in-flight turbulence, though rare, may be increasing due to climate change's impacts on the jet stream. This year alone has seen multiple incidents, including fatal crashes and emergency landings, boosting concerns over aviation safety standards.
Delta confirmed that seven crew members received hospital treatment and have since been discharged, alongside some passengers. The airline continues to cooperate with a National Transportation Safety Board investigation as it prioritizes passenger safety amidst these recurrent challenges.
(With inputs from agencies.)
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