Severe turbulence on a New Zealand Airlines flight ended up injuring a crew member and burning a passenger on Sunday afternoon (Jun 16). The NZ607 flight from Wellington to Queenstown experienced massive jolts as flight attendants were serving hot refreshments to the passengers. It was during this moment that an attendant accidentally poured hot coffee over a female passenger. Also, another flight attendant was catapulted into the roof of the aircraft, which resulted in injury.

Both of them were rushed to Lakes District Hospital in 'moderate' condition, a spokesperson of Hato Hone St John said.

She received burns and a paramedic attended to her, said a report by Crux. "She had some blistering," it added.

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On the other hand, the female passenger said she experienced the worst turbulence on a flight ever. "The jolting and dropping, tilting slightly sideways felt like those parts where you go on a rollercoaster and start dropping down then boost back up," she said.

"There's nothing you can do. You're strapped in, you want to stay strapped in, there could be more turbulence and then you've got to deal with the level of burns you've just received. I was able to get hold of a bottle of cold water and start dousing myself and I was able to speak to the hostess who was still lying on the floor and said 'is it alright if I get water everywhere cos that's what I'm going to be doing?' and she said 'go for it," she added.

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Air New Zealand chief operational integrity and safety officer Captain David Morgan later confirmed that two people sustained injuries on the flight.

"The safety and wellbeing of our customers and crew is our number one priority, and our crew are trained to respond to these situations,' he told Daily Mail Australia.

(With inputs from agencies)

Severe turbulence on a New Zealand Airlines flight ended up injuring a crew member and burning a passenger on Sunday afternoon (Jun 16). The NZ607 flight from Wellington to Queenstown experienced massive jolts as flight attendants were serving hot refreshments to the passengers.

Severe turbulence on a New Zealand Airlines flight ended up injuring a crew member and burning a passenger on Sunday afternoon (Jun 16). The NZ607 flight from Wellington to Queenstown experienced massive jolts as flight attendants were serving hot refreshments to the passengers. It was during this moment that an attendant accidentally poured hot coffee over a female passenger. Also, another flight attendant was catapulted into the roof of the aircraft, which resulted in injury. Both of them were rushed to Lakes District Hospital in 'moderate' condition, a spokesperson of Hato Hone St John said. She received burns and a paramedic attended to her, said a report by Crux. "She had some blistering," it added. Also read: Watch: Elephant in Thailand gives birth to rare ‘miracle’ twins On the other hand, the female passenger said she experienced the worst turbulence on a flight ever. "The jolting and dropping, tilting slightly sideways felt like those parts where you go on a rollercoaster and start dropping down then boost back up," she said. "There's nothing you can do. You're strapped in, you want to stay strapped in, there could be more turbulence and then you've got to deal with the level of burns you've just received. I was able to get hold of a bottle of cold water and start dousing myself and I was able to speak to the hostess who was still lying on the floor and said 'is it alright if I get water everywhere cos that's what I'm going to be doing?' and she said 'go for it," she added. Also read: Twenty-three sets of twins graduate together from Massachusetts Middle School Air New Zealand chief operational integrity and safety officer Captain David Morgan later confirmed that two people sustained injuries on the flight. "The safety and wellbeing of our customers and crew is our number one priority, and our crew are trained to respond to these situations,' he told Daily Mail Australia. (With inputs from agencies)

Passenger burned, crew member catapulted into roof as New Zealand flight faces extreme turbulence

A 25-year-old Kerala man was arrested by Mumbai police on Saturday (June 1) as he disrupted an Air India Express flight from Kozhikode to Bahrain by assaulting the cabin crew and trying to open the emergency door midair.

As per reports, Abdul Musavir Nadukandee woke up on the flight and immediately went to the back of the plane as the plane took off. He then assaulted the cabin crew and tried to open the emergency door. When the cabin crew subdued him, he allegedly hurled abuses at the staff and threatened fellow passengers.&nbsp;

As the incident unfolded, the pilot of the aircraft diverted the flight to Mumbai's Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj International Airport and alerted the security officials on the ground.

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When the flight landed at the airport, Abdul was immediately detained by the Mumbai Police. He has been arrested under several charges, including endangering life, provocation to breach of peace, criminal intimidation, assault, and violations of the Aircraft Act.

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"Upon realising that this could be a potential security threat, the pilot of the Air India Express flight made an emergency landing at the Mumbai Airport where the accused passenger was deplaned and taken into custody by security officials who had already been alerted by the crew," Air India Express said in a statement on Monday.&nbsp;

(With inputs from agencies)

A 25-year-old Kerala man was arrested by Mumbai police on Saturday (June 1) as he disrupted an Air India Express flight from Kozhikode to Bahrain by assaulting the cabin crew and trying to open the emergency door midair.

A 25-year-old Kerala man was arrested by Mumbai police on Saturday (June 1) as he disrupted an Air India Express flight from Kozhikode to Bahrain by assaulting the cabin crew and trying to open the emergency door midair. As per reports, Abdul Musavir Nadukandee woke up on the flight and immediately went to the back of the plane as the plane took off. He then assaulted the cabin crew and tried to open the emergency door. When the cabin crew subdued him, he allegedly hurled abuses at the staff and threatened fellow passengers. As the incident unfolded, the pilot of the aircraft diverted the flight to Mumbai's Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj International Airport and alerted the security officials on the ground. Also read: New York couple finds safe with $100,000 cash while ‘magnet fishing’ When the flight landed at the airport, Abdul was immediately detained by the Mumbai Police. He has been arrested under several charges, including endangering life, provocation to breach of peace, criminal intimidation, assault, and violations of the Aircraft Act. Also read: Watch: Lightning strikes iconic skyscrapers in US. Here`s what happens "Upon realising that this could be a potential security threat, the pilot of the Air India Express flight made an emergency landing at the Mumbai Airport where the accused passenger was deplaned and taken into custody by security officials who had already been alerted by the crew," Air India Express said in a statement on Monday. (With inputs from agencies)

Kerala man detained after he assaults flight crew, tries to open door midair

New Zealand authorities said an investigation was underway following Monday's incident involving a technical problem aboard a Boeing plane.

The Chilean General Directorate of Civil Aeronautics said New Zealand air safety investigators will lead the probe into the incident, with Chilean help.&nbsp;

At least 50 passengers sustained injuries, with one being critical, after a technical problem caused a “strong movement” aboard an international flight from Sydney to Auckland on Monday afternoon (Mar 11). As per media reports, 13 patients were transported to Middlemore Hospital by ambulance. The incident occurred at 3:58 pm local time onboard a Chilean airline LATAM aircraft.

Hato Hone St John, a charity that provides ambulance services in New Zealand, said more than 10 vehicles were rushed to the airport in the aftermath of the incident.

LATAM Airlines flight LA800 was flying from Sydney to Auckland when it encountered a technical problem.

“The plane landed at Auckland Airport as scheduled. As a result of the incident, some passengers and cabin crew were affected. They received immediate assistance and were evaluated or treated by medical staff at the airport as needed,” an airline spokesperson was quoted as saying by New Zealand Herald.

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“LATAM regrets the inconvenience and injury this situation may have caused its passengers, and reiterates its commitment to safety as a priority within the framework of its operational standards,” the statement added.

One woman, who was onboard the flight, said she experienced a “quick little drop” during the incident. “I used to be a flight attendant and this is the first time I’ve ever ... the whole plane just froze,” she said.

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The passenger mentioned that she saw at least five people being taken away by paramedics upon landing. She expressed relief at arriving safely in New Zealand and admitted she didn't realise how serious the situation was for other passengers.

An Auckland Airport spokesperson stated that their emergency service team was helping St John following a request for medical assistance from a LATAM Airlines flight from Sydney. More ambulances were also dispatched to the scene. Police acknowledged the incident but directed all further questions to St John.

(With inputs from agencies)

New Zealand authorities said an investigation was underway following Monday's incident involving a technical problem aboard a Boeing plane. The Chilean General Directorate of Civil Aeronautics said New Zealand air safety investigators will lead the probe into the incident, with Chilean help.

New Zealand authorities said an investigation was underway following Monday's incident involving a technical problem aboard a Boeing plane. The Chilean General Directorate of Civil Aeronautics said New Zealand air safety investigators will lead the probe into the incident, with Chilean help. At least 50 passengers sustained injuries, with one being critical, after a technical problem caused a “strong movement” aboard an international flight from Sydney to Auckland on Monday afternoon (Mar 11). As per media reports, 13 patients were transported to Middlemore Hospital by ambulance. The incident occurred at 3:58 pm local time onboard a Chilean airline LATAM aircraft. Hato Hone St John, a charity that provides ambulance services in New Zealand, said more than 10 vehicles were rushed to the airport in the aftermath of the incident. LATAM Airlines flight LA800 was flying from Sydney to Auckland when it encountered a technical problem. “The plane landed at Auckland Airport as scheduled. As a result of the incident, some passengers and cabin crew were affected. They received immediate assistance and were evaluated or treated by medical staff at the airport as needed,” an airline spokesperson was quoted as saying by New Zealand Herald. Also read: American Airlines takes flight into the future with largest plane order in 10 years “LATAM regrets the inconvenience and injury this situation may have caused its passengers, and reiterates its commitment to safety as a priority within the framework of its operational standards,” the statement added. One woman, who was onboard the flight, said she experienced a “quick little drop” during the incident. “I used to be a flight attendant and this is the first time I’ve ever ... the whole plane just froze,” she said. Also read: Batik Air pilots doze off for almost 30 mins mid-flight. What unfolded will leave you shocked... The passenger mentioned that she saw at least five people being taken away by paramedics upon landing. She expressed relief at arriving safely in New Zealand and admitted she didn't realise how serious the situation was for other passengers. An Auckland Airport spokesperson stated that their emergency service team was helping St John following a request for medical assistance from a LATAM Airlines flight from Sydney. More ambulances were also dispatched to the scene. Police acknowledged the incident but directed all further questions to St John. (With inputs from agencies)

Investigation underway as ‘technical problem’ caused turbulence on Sydney-Auckland Boeing plane

A US-bound passenger plane was forced to return to Japan after a man bit a female attendant mid-flight on Tuesday (Jan 16). The All Nippon Airways (ANA) flight took off at 9:47 pm local time and was scheduled to land in Seattle 10 hours later. But, as per the data from a flight tracking website, the plane returned to Japan’s Haneda Airport three hours later. The suspect has been identified as a 55-year-old American citizen, but his name was not revealed by the authorities. The man was handed over to local police soon after the plane touched down. The man was arrested on assault charges.

"While flying over the Pacific Ocean, a passenger who was heavily intoxicated bit the arm of a female cabin attendant prompting the plane to return to Tokyo Haneda airport," a spokesperson for All Nippon Airways was quoted as saying by NBC News Thursday (Jan 18).

According to local media, the man told police that he had taken sleeping pills and didn’t remember exactly what transpired on the flight. The plane had 159 passengers onboard when the incident happened and was flying over the Pacific Ocean.

<h2>Third incident involving ANA within a week</h2>

It is the second incident involving All Nippon Airways within days. On Saturday (Jan 13), a domestic ANA flight had to return after a crack was discovered in the window of the cockpit. "The crack was not something that affected the flight's control or pressurisation," an ANA spokesperson later clarified.

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On Sunday (Jan 14), an ANA aircraft came into "contact" with a Delta Air Lines plane at the Chicago airport in the United States, the Japanese airline told AFP. No one was injured in the incident.

<h2>Previous instances of passengers causing chaos in cabin</h2>

In July 2022, a woman reportedly hit, bit and spit at cabin crew on an American Airlines flight from Dallas to Charlotte, prompting the USA’s Federal Aviation Administration to issue a $81,950 fine.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/japan-cathay-pacific-and-korean-air-planes-collide-on-airport-680571">Also read:&nbsp;Japan: Cathay Pacific and Korean Air planes ‘collide’ on airport runway</a>

The same month, another woman attempted to hug and kiss another passenger and bit a passenger several times on a Delta Air Lines flight from Las Vegas to Atlanta, the FAA said. The woman was fined $77,272. The two incidents saw the largest-ever fines issued by the FAA in the US.

(With inputs from agencies)

A US-bound passenger plane was forced to return to Japan after a man bit a female attendant mid-flight on Tuesday (Jan 16). The All Nippon Airways (ANA) flight took off at 9:47 pm local time and was scheduled to land in Seattle 10 hours later.

A US-bound passenger plane was forced to return to Japan after a man bit a female attendant mid-flight on Tuesday (Jan 16). The All Nippon Airways (ANA) flight took off at 9:47 pm local time and was scheduled to land in Seattle 10 hours later. But, as per the data from a flight tracking website, the plane returned to Japan’s Haneda Airport three hours later. The suspect has been identified as a 55-year-old American citizen, but his name was not revealed by the authorities. The man was handed over to local police soon after the plane touched down. The man was arrested on assault charges. "While flying over the Pacific Ocean, a passenger who was heavily intoxicated bit the arm of a female cabin attendant prompting the plane to return to Tokyo Haneda airport," a spokesperson for All Nippon Airways was quoted as saying by NBC News Thursday (Jan 18). According to local media, the man told police that he had taken sleeping pills and didn’t remember exactly what transpired on the flight. The plane had 159 passengers onboard when the incident happened and was flying over the Pacific Ocean. Third incident involving ANA within a week It is the second incident involving All Nippon Airways within days. On Saturday (Jan 13), a domestic ANA flight had to return after a crack was discovered in the window of the cockpit. "The crack was not something that affected the flight's control or pressurisation," an ANA spokesperson later clarified. Watch: US bound plane returns to Japan after 'drunk' man bites crew member × On Sunday (Jan 14), an ANA aircraft came into "contact" with a Delta Air Lines plane at the Chicago airport in the United States, the Japanese airline told AFP. No one was injured in the incident. Previous instances of passengers causing chaos in cabin In July 2022, a woman reportedly hit, bit and spit at cabin crew on an American Airlines flight from Dallas to Charlotte, prompting the USA’s Federal Aviation Administration to issue a $81,950 fine. Also read: Japan: Cathay Pacific and Korean Air planes ‘collide’ on airport runway The same month, another woman attempted to hug and kiss another passenger and bit a passenger several times on a Delta Air Lines flight from Las Vegas to Atlanta, the FAA said. The woman was fined $77,272. The two incidents saw the largest-ever fines issued by the FAA in the US. (With inputs from agencies)

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