5 transported to hospital after the flight of American Airlines struck the “unexpected turbulence”

Five people were transported to hospital after a flight from American Airlines met “unexpected turbulence,” said the airline.

The Flight 1286 of American Airlines went from Miami International Airport to Raleigh-Durham International Airport in North Carolina on Sunday when the Airbus A321 hit the turbulence. The seat belt panel was on at the time, the airline said.

The flight landed safely at Raleigh-Durham airport around 10:50 pm “after the crew reported any injuries to the cabin crew and passengers due to turbulence,” said Federal Aviation Administration.

Three on -board agents and two customers were transported to a local observation hospital, according to the airline, which has not disclosed any detail over the extent of their injuries. They have since been released, the airline said on Monday.

“We thank our crew members for their professionalism and our customers for their understanding,” said American Airlines in a press release.

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