Dozens hurt in turbulent Hawaii flight
Published Date: 12/20/2022
Source: CBS 8 San Diego
A flight from Phoenix to Honolulu carrying many people traveling for the holidays encountered severe turbulence shortly before landing, sending some unrestrained people and objects flying about the cabin and seriously injuring 11, officials and passengers said. In all, 36 people received medical treatment following Sunday's turbulent Hawaiian Airlines flight for bumps, bruises, cuts and nausea, said Jim Ireland, director of Honolulu Emergency Medical Services. Twenty people were taken to hospitals, including 11 in serious condition. MORE: https://www.cbs8.com/article/news/national/dozens-hurt-in-turbulent-hawaii-flight/509-1ad5cd2a-f651-477a-b647-ad96e76287cd