A flight attendant was seriously injured after a United Airlines flight encountered turbulence while flying over the Pacific Ocean on Sunday. The incident occurred on United Flight 115, which was traveling from San Francisco International Airport to Papeete, French Polynesia.

Turbulence Encounter Details

Both the airline and federal investigators have confirmed that the Boeing 787-9 aircraft, identified as N23994, experienced “moderate turbulence.” This resulted in injuries to one flight attendant, the extent of which has not been publicly disclosed. Fortunately, none of the 165 passengers aboard the flight were injured.

Investigation Underway

The National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB) has launched an investigation into the incident. The Federal Aviation Administration notes that flight attendants are statistically more prone to injury during turbulence due to their movement throughout the cabin. Despite the turbulence, the aircraft safely completed its journey to Papeete.

Paramedics provided medical attention to the injured crew member upon landing. The NTSB is currently gathering information to determine the cause of the turbulence and contributing factors to the injury.

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