No fatalities

Bomb Threat Prompts Return to Airport; Evacuation Leads to Injuries (HI242)

San Juan, PR, US

On June 11, 1983, a Boeing 727-200 (registration HI242) was involved in an aviation accident near San Juan, PR. No fatalities were reported. This summary draws on records from the U.S. National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB) historical archive; 8 related events involving the same aircraft type or operator are linked below.

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Boeing 727-200
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During departure, the airline received a bomb threat, instructing the aircraft to return. After landing, passengers opened an overwing emergency exit and jumped from the wing, resulting in one serious and six minor injuries.

Incident Overview

During the departure of an aircraft, the airline company received information concerning a bomb threat. The aircrew was instructed to return to the airport and land. After landing, the aircraft was parked at an isolated area, and portable stairs were positioned at the left forward door.

Evacuation and Injuries

The rear door could not be opened immediately due to an apparent malfunction. During the evacuation, several passengers proceeded to open an overwing emergency exit and jumped from the leading edge of the wing. One passenger was seriously injured, and six passengers received minor injuries.

Post-Incident Actions

The aircraft remained parked at the isolated area following the incident. No further details about the bomb threat or the aircraft's subsequent status were provided in the source.

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Frequently asked questions

What happened in the 11 Jun 1983 Boeing 727-200 accident near San Juan, PR?

During departure, the airline received a bomb threat, instructing the aircraft to return. After landing, passengers opened an overwing emergency exit and jumped from the wing, resulting in one serious and six minor injuries.

Were there any fatalities in the 11 Jun 1983 Boeing 727-200 accident?

No fatalities were recorded in this accident.

What aircraft was involved and where did it happen?

The accident on 11 Jun 1983 involved a Boeing 727-200, registration HI242, at San Juan, PR.

Investigation report by the U.S. National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB) historical archive. Original record: https://carol.ntsb.gov/event/20001214X43435. This page is a structured re-presentation; facts and quotes are in the National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB), United States.