Southwest Flight 2392
Unexpected moderate turbulence injured four flight attendants during descent to Boston. One suffered a fractured foot; the Boeing 737-8 landed safely.
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LEVEL 3 Final report
Causes
Turbulence in airline accidents
Official investigators identified turbulence in 2 of the incidents we cover, from 2015 to 2026. Each account explains how it arose in that case. A shared topic does not mean the same cause.
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| Date | Flight | Aircraft | Location | Fatalities | Report status |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 15 April 2026 | Southwest Flight 2392 | Boeing 737-8 | Providence, Rhode Island, during descent to Boston | 0 | LEVEL 3 Final report |
| 13 September 2015 | Emirates Flight 806 | Airbus A380-800 | In flight over the United Arab Emirates during descent towards Dubai | 0 | LEVEL 3 Final report |
Emirates Flight 806
Turbulence during descent to Dubai injured ten cabin crewmembers. One suffered a fractured ankle while completing pre-landing duties in high heel shoes.
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LEVEL 3 Final report