Airplane Turbulence Incident on Qatar Airways Flight QR017
Twelve people were injured when a Qatar Airways plane flying from Doha to Dublin experienced turbulence. Eight of the injured were hospitalized. The incident occurred over Turkey and all passengers were assessed for injuries aboard the plane.
Key Points
- Eight of the injured were hospitalized
- The incident occurred while the aircraft was airborne over Turkey
- Qatar Airways stated that a small number of passengers and crew sustained minor injuries
Pros
- Emergency services responded promptly to assist the injured passengers and crew
- The plane landed safely despite the turbulence
Cons
- Twelve people were injured in the incident