Air Europa Flight UX045 headed from Madrid to Montevideo was hit by severe turbulence above the Atlantic on July 1, 2024. The Boeing 787 flight made an emergency landing following the incident in Brazil’s Natal. Flyers narrated how co-passengers were thrown out of their seats amid a sudden and intense drop, causing one unfortunate man to be thrown into the overhead luggage bin.
The passenger was rescued by fellow flyers. Several other passengers were thrown down the aisle. Per reports, at least 40 people were injured, including those suffering from head wounds.
Others report a lower casualty rate of 30. — Breaking Aviation News & Videos (@aviationbrk) — Breaking Aviation News & Videos (@aviationbrk) — FL360aero (@fl360aero) Meanwhile, Air Europa released statements on X/Twitter stating the status of the flight and providing updates about the passengers under observation in medical centers in Natal. Here’s how netizens reacted to the mid-air fiasco.
Journalist Vishal Mathur takes a jibe at frequent flyers who disregard the safety of a seat belt. He quips, “ ,” the moment signs are switched off. “ ,’ yet another user remarked.
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