Qatar Airways Flight to Dublin Experiences Turbulence, Resulting in 12 Injuries, Confirms Airport
Turbulence on Qatar Airways Flight Injures 12 Passengers
Twelve passengers aboard a Qatar Airways flight from Doha to Ireland sustained injuries during turbulence, reported Dublin Airport. Flight QR017, a Boeing 787 Dreamliner, safely landed before 1 pm Dublin time. The incident occurred over Turkey, lasting less than 20 seconds, according to Irish broadcaster RTE.
Dublin Airport stated that emergency services assisted the aircraft upon landing, with six passengers and six crew members reporting injuries. Qatar Airways confirmed the safe landing and minor injuries among passengers and crew. An internal investigation is underway.
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This turbulence incident follows a recent Singapore Airlines flight diversion due to severe turbulence. Experts emphasize the importance of seatbelt use during flights, as turbulence-related accidents are common, with climate change exacerbating clear-air turbulence. Increased turbulence poses financial and environmental costs to the aviation industry.
