Delta Turbulence Hospitalizes 25, Plane Lands Safely

Delta Air Lines Flight 56 from Salt Lake City to Amsterdam, operated on an Airbus A330-900 with 275 passengers and 13 crew, made an emergency landing in Minneapolis after severe turbulence over Wyoming. The turbulence, which struck suddenly during dinner service, violently threw unbelted passengers, flight attendants, and service carts to the cabin ceiling. Twenty-five people, including seven crew, were hospitalized with injuries reportedly including broken ribs and possible broken limbs, though all crew and most passengers were released by the next day. Passengers described panic and fear during the incident, with some fearing the plane might break apart. Emergency personnel responded upon landing, and Delta arranged a replacement flight. The FAA and NTSB are investigating, with experts noting a rise in turbulence-related injuries potentially linked to climate change.