Line American Airlines said Airbus A321 flight 2905 from Tampa, Florida, to Charlotte, North Carolina, experienced “unexpected turbulence.”
The plane landed safely at Charlotte International Airport, but four flight attendants were injured during turbulence. From the airport were taken to hospital.
USA: Four stewardesses in hospital after turbulence
It is not known at this time, how serious the injuries are. The airline did not disclose this in a statement to the media. However, it is known that they were not fastened with seat belts.
It was also assured that none of the 154 passengers were injured. The other two cabin crew were also unharmed.
“American Airlines Flight 2905 from Tampa (TPA) to Charlotte (CLT) landed safely after encountering unexpected turbulence. We thank our crew members for their professionalism and our customers for their understanding,” the statement said.
Injured passengers on board Qatar Airways
Just a few days ago, a similar incident occurred on board Qatar Airways. The flight from Doha to Dublin experienced turbulence and some passengers were out of their seats.
12 people were injured, eight of which were taken to hospital.
Dublin Airport said in a statement that flight QR017 landed safely and on schedule before 1pm. It added that those injured had minor injuries, mainly bruises and scrapes. Some of them required further tests.