An Alaska Airlines flight bound for Phoenix faced significant turbulence on Thursday afternoon, resulting in several individuals requiring medical assistance. The incident occurred around 2:30 p.m. during Flight 700, which was traveling from Seattle to Phoenix.
Medical personnel were on standby at the Phoenix airport to assist as the flight arrived. According to Alaska Airlines, while one passenger was treated at the scene, several crew members were taken for further medical care. The airline expressed its gratitude for the professionalism and quick response of its crew during the turbulence situation.
This turbulence followed another unusual incident involving Alaska Airlines earlier in the week, where a passenger opened an emergency exit door mid-flight and climbed onto the aircraft’s wing upon arrival in Seattle. Thankfully, although the individual was hospitalized, there were no serious injuries reported.
Alaska Airlines has conveyed its apologies for any distress caused by these occurrences and is committed to supporting its crew in their recovery efforts.
In summary, while the recent turbulence incident raised concerns, it highlights the readiness of emergency response teams at airports and reflects the airline’s dedication to passenger and crew safety. Moving forward, Alaska Airlines will likely review its procedures to ensure smoother flights and enhanced safety measures for all on board.