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8 Hospitalized After Turbulence Forces Diversion Of American Airlines Regional Flight

Matthew Klint Posted onJuly 22, 2022July 21, 2022 1 Comment

Six passengers and two flight attendants were hospitalized after heavy turbulence forced the diversion of an American Airlines regional flight from Florida to Tennessee in Alabama.

Turbulence Over Florida Leads To Injury, Diversion On American Airlines Regional Flight

AA3609, operated by Envoy Air on behalf of American Eagle, AA’s wholly-owned regional subsidiary, took off five minute early Wednesday from Tampa International Airport (TPA). Its destination was Nashville (BNA) and the fight was operated by an Embraer E-175 jet.

But the flight hit unexpected turbulence over the Florida panhandle that was so severe several onboard were injured, prompting a diversion to Birmingham – Shuttlesworth International Airport (BHM).

AA2609 took off five minutes early from TPA, but diverted to BHM after experiencing severe turbulence in-flight.

Of the 52 passengers, two pilots, and two flight attendants onboard, six passengers and both flight attendants were taken to an area hospital with “minor” injuries, though no further details were provided by American Airlines.

American Airlines dispatched another E-175 aircraft to Birmingham, still operating AA3609, where passengers departed at 8:08pm and arrived at Nashville at 9:07pm.

AA dispatched another aircraft, which eventually transported passengers to BNA.

Always Wear Your Seatbelt When Seated!

Thankfully, injuries were only minor, but this flight represents a great reminder that it is wise to fasten your seatbelt when seated, even when the seatbelt light is off.

Pilots will generally advise you to do this, but I find myself failing to put it back on when sleeping, which represents a foolish risk compared to buckling it loosely around you. Even on a loose seat belt will help to constrain your body in case of unexpected turbulence versus not seatbelt at all.

CONCLUSION

Eight were hospitalized after an American Airlines regional flight hit unexpected turbulence over Florida. While injuries were minor, the incident is a perfect example of why we should wear our seatbelts when seated on an airplane.

image: SkyHigh757 / Wikimedia Commons

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Matthew is an avid traveler who calls Los Angeles home. Each year he travels more than 200,000 miles by air and has visited more than 135 countries. Working both in the aviation industry and as a travel consultant, Matthew has been featured in major media outlets around the world and uses his Live and Let's Fly blog to share the latest news in the airline industry, commentary on frequent flyer programs, and detailed reports of his worldwide travel.

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  1. Malik on Wall Street Reply
    July 22, 2022 at 8:47 am

    It’s storm season in the South and these clouds/weather patterns that cause severe turbulence can come outta nowhere. Hope everyone recovers well.

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