A United Airlines flight from Lagos, Nigeria to Washington, D.C. experienced a technical issue and unexpected aircraft movement, resulting in 38 injuries. Six people were treated at a hospital for minor injuries, while 32 others had minor injuries according to Nigerian authorities. The distress and disarray on the plane was captured in videos and images shared on social media.
The Federal Aviation Administration and authorities in Nigeria are investigating the incident, which forced the Boeing 787 Dreamliner to return to Lagos for an emergency landing. The injured passengers and crew were treated at a hospital in Lagos and have since been discharged.
Former accident investigator Jeff Guzzetti noted similarities between this incident and a previous episode involving a Latam Airlines flight. Investigators are expected to determine the cause of the incident within a few days. Professor Anthony Brickhouse emphasized the importance of passengers remaining in their seatbelts during flights.
The episode serves as a reminder of the importance of passenger safety on aircraft. The airline is cooperating with aviation authorities in the U.S. and Nigeria to understand the cause of the incident. Further updates on the investigation are expected in the coming weeks.
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