United Airlines Boeing 777 News: Aircraft Drops 3,000 Feet, Injuring Four Flight Attendants
United Airlines Boeing 777 News
A United Airlines Boeing 777 reportedly dropped more than 3,000 feet during a flight, leaving four flight attendants injured. The aircraft was travelling from Honolulu, Hawaii, to Los Angeles International Airport when it encountered turbulence during its approach.
The aircraft landed safely at Los Angeles International Airport, where medical personnel were available to assist the injured crew members.
United Airlines Flight 1157 experienced the incident on October 21, 2026. The sudden change in altitude reportedly occurred within a short period, unsettling passengers and crew members on board.
Four flight attendants sustained injuries during the turbulence, according to initial accounts. Medical assistance was arranged after the aircraft landed. The airline has not publicly disclosed full details about the severity of their injuries. The flight was carrying passengers and crew when the incident occurred. No passenger injuries were reported in the available accounts.
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