Emergency medical services from Hato Hone St John ambulance treated approximately 50 individuals at the airport.
Dozens Injured in LATAM Flight Incident. At least 50 individuals sustained injuries on Monday during a LATAM Airlines flight from Sydney to Auckland, as reported by the New Zealand Herald. The airline attributed the incident to a “technical problem,” which resulted in a “strong movement” during the flight.
The flight, identified as LATAM Airlines flight LA800, was operated by a Boeing 787-9 Dreamliner and successfully landed at Auckland airport as per its schedule on Monday afternoon, according to FlightAware. Typically, the flight makes a stop in Auckland before continuing its journey to Santiago, Chile.
A spokesperson for LATAM Airlines confirmed to the Herald that a “technical problem” occurred during the flight, affecting both crew members and passengers. However, specific details regarding the nature of the problem were not provided.
Emergency medical services from Hato Hone St John ambulance treated approximately 50 individuals at the airport, according to a spokesperson who spoke with Reuters. The injuries ranged from mild to moderate, with one patient reported to be in a serious condition.
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A passenger quoted by the NZ Herald described experiencing a “quick little drop” during the flight, shedding light on the experience of those onboard.
Boeing and LATAM Airlines have yet to respond to inquiries from Reuters regarding the cause and exact nature of the incident. Further details are expected to emerge as investigations into the matter continue.
