Eleven airline passengers and crew were hospitalized Tuesday following severe turbulence on a Delta flight from Milan to Atlanta, the US-based airline said.
"Delta Care Team members are mobilizing to connect with customers on Delta Flight 175 that experienced severe turbulence before landing safely in Atlanta Tuesday," a spokesman said.
"Our priority is taking care of our customers and crew who sustained injuries."
It is unclear how many total people out of the 151 passengers and 14-member crew were injured beyond the 11 taken to hospital, or what the extent of the injuries are for those hospitalized.
Major Hurricane Idalia is currently whipping up fierce winds off the US Gulf Coast and forecast to make landfall in Florida early Wednesday, and another storm, Hurricane Franklin, is swirling in the Atlantic. But neither Delta nor the US aviation regulator attributed Tuesday's turbulence to the hurricanes.
The Federal Aviation Administration, which reported that the turbulence occurred some 40 miles (64 kilometers) from the Atlanta airport, will investigate the incident, a spokesman told AFP.
Scientists have reported that so-called "clear-air turbulence" -- which is hard to predict and happens without obviously bad weather, typically occurring above 15,000 feet -- is becoming more frequent due to climate change.
Artificial Intelligence Analysis
Defense Industry Analyst:
8/10
This article highlights the potential for severe turbulence experienced during commercial airline flights, especially in areas affected by extreme weather due to climate change. While this incident was not attributed to the hurricanes in the area, it is important for defense industry analysts to be aware of the potential implications for flights in the region, as well as the relevance of climate change in terms of aviation safety.
Stock Market Analyst:
5/10
The article does not have any direct implications for the stock market, however, stock market analysts may want to consider any potential risks and implications that may arise from such severe turbulence as it may affect the profitability of commercial airlines.
General Industry Analyst:
6/10
This article provides a timely reminder of the risks associated with commercial airline flights and the potential implications of climate change on such flights. General industry analysts should be aware of the potential effects of extreme weather on the aviation industry, and how the industry is responding in terms of safety and risk management.
Analyst Summary
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This article discusses an incident in which 11 airline passengers and crew were hospitalized following severe turbulence on a Delta flight from Milan to Atlanta. The incident was not attributed to the hurricanes in the region, however, scientists have reported that clear air turbulence, which is difficult to predict and can occur without bad weather, is becoming more frequent due to climate change. This article is relevant to defense analysts, who should be aware of the potential implications for flights in the region due to climate change, as well as stock market analysts, who may want to consider any potential risks to the profitability of commercial airlines. Additionally, general industry analysts should be aware of the potential effects of extreme weather on the aviation industry, and how the industry is responding in terms of safety and risk management.
The article highlights the importance of understanding the effects of climate change on the aviation industry and the potential risks this can pose to passengers and crew. While the incident in this article is not directly related to any significant events or trends in the space and defense industry over the past 25 years, it is important to consider the long-term implications of climate change on the industry.
Investigative
Question:
- 1. What risk management strategies are being implemented by commercial airlines in response to clear air turbulence due to climate change?
- 2. How have the regulations and safety protocols of the aviation industry evolved over the past 25 years to address the increased risk of turbulence due to climate change?
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What are the potential economic impacts of increased turbulence on the airlines and the aviation industry as a whole?4. Are there any specific regions that are more prone to clear air turbulence due to climate change?
5. How has the aviation industry adapted to other extreme weather events (e.g. hurricanes) over the past 25 years?
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