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United Airlines flight arrives at LAX after turbulence injures flight attendants
ABC7 Los Angeles • • business
Key Points:
- Four flight attendants were injured during severe turbulence on United Airlines Flight 1157 from Hawaii to Los Angeles, with one requiring hospital treatment.
- The turbulence occurred shortly before landing at Los Angeles International Airport, causing sudden drops and intense shaking that frightened nearly 200 passengers.
- Despite the midair emergency, the aircraft landed safely and remained on the tarmac for 30 minutes while injured crew members received medical attention.
- Passengers described the experience as sudden and intense, with some witnessing flight attendants bleeding from injuries sustained during the turbulence.
- United Airlines confirmed no passengers were injured, and the airline coordinated medical care for the affected flight attendants.
