JOIN USDGCA starts probe into flight turbulence; SpiceJet says flyers were told to remain seated
A severe turbulence during descent of SpiceJet flight SG-945 from Mumbai to Durgapur in West Bengal left a few passengers injured on Sunday.
Eleven passengers were admitted to a local hospital, and of them eight have been discharged. “Eleven passengers travelling on SpiceJet flight SG-945 from Mumbai to Durgapur on May 1, which encountered severe turbulence during descent which unfortunately resulted in injuries to a few passengers, were hospitalised. Eight of those hospitalised have been discharged so far,” a SpiceJet spokesperson said.
Medical assistance was provided to the passengers upon arrival in Durgapur. “The seat belt sign was on when the aircraft encountered turbulence. Multiple announcements were made by the pilots and the crew instructing passengers to remain seated and keep their seat belt fastened. Due to severe turbulence, injuries were caused to (a) few passengers,” the spokesperson added.
Meanwhile the Directorate General of Civil Aviation (DGCA), the regulatory body that deals with safety issues in the sector, and regulates air transport services, will investigate the incident. DGCA chief Arun Kumar told newsagency PTI, “We have deputed a multidisciplinary team to carry out a regulatory investigation (into this incident).”
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