Incident Overview
Date: Friday 7 October 2011
Aircraft Type: Boeing 737-86J (WL)
Owner/operator: Air Berlin
Registration Number: D-ABAG
Location: Sdlich Berlin –
ÿ Germany
Phase of Flight: En route
Casualties: Fatalities: 0 / Occupants: 122
Component Affected: Boeing 737-800 aircraftBoeing 737-800 aircraft
Category: Accident
A Boeing 737-800 aircraft experienced an unexpected turbulence event during a climb from Berlin-Tegel to Munich at FL 230. The aircraft briefly banked to the left by approximately 30 degrees, resulting in a minor injury to a flight attendant and a broken ankle to another crew member. The cabin crew was occupied with service preparations.A Boeing 737-800 aircraft experienced an unexpected turbulence event during a climb from Berlin-Tegel to Munich at FL 230. The aircraft briefly banked to the left by approximately 30 degrees, resulting in a minor injury to a flight attendant and a broken ankle to another crew member. The cabin crew was occupied with service preparations.
Description
The Boeing 737-800 aircraft was on a flight from Berlin-Tegel to Munich at flight level (FL) 230 when turbulence occurred unexpectedly during the climb. According to the crew, the aircraft briefly banked to the left by approximately 30ø. The cabin crew was busy preparing the service at the time. One flight attendant was slightly injured by fallen trolleys and another suffered a broken ankle.
Primary Cause
Unexpected turbulence during a climb.Unexpected turbulence during a climb.Share on:
