Six injured after Boeing passenger jet PLUNGES in mid-air minutes after take-off from Nigeria on route to Washington

Source: The Sun

Author: Patrick Harrington

Published: Jan, 27 2025 08:15

A United Airlines flight from Nigeria was forced to make an emergency landing after six people were injured following an unexpected mid-air jolt. Washington, DC-bound flight 613 was diverted back to Lagos after a technical issue and an unexpected aircraft movement on Friday, according to the airline.

Image Credit: The Sun [Messy airplane cabin after mid-air turbulence.]

The Boeing 787-8 aircraft with 245 passengers, eight flight attendants and three pilots on board departed late Thursday night. FlightRadar24 data showed the plane dipping abruptly from cruising altitude 93 minutes after takeoff, according to CNN. More to follow... For the latest news on this story keep checking back at The Sun Online.

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Six injured after Boeing passenger jet PLUNGES in mid-air minutes after take-off from Nigeria on route to Washington

Six injured after Boeing passenger jet PLUNGES in mid-air minutes after take-off from Nigeria on route to Washington

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