On May 13, 2006, an Embraer 145LR (registration N653AE) was involved in an aviation accident near Winchester, VA. No fatalities were reported. Investigators recorded the probable cause as: The passenger's failure to heed the flight attendant warning and the seat belt sign. A factor was the turbulence. This summary draws on records from the U.S. National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB) historical archive.
During approach at 10,000 feet with seat belt sign on, a passenger left the lavatory as the aircraft encountered turbulence in a cloud, fell, and broke her ankle.
Incident
An aircraft on approach to its destination was flying at 10,000 feet when the crew observed clouds ahead that "appeared bumpy." The seat belt sign had been illuminated for 10–15 minutes. The flight attendant was notified and announced the possibility of turbulence over the public address system.
Sequence of Events
Despite the warning, a passenger rose from her seat and entered the lavatory. As she exited the lavatory, the aircraft was inside a cloud and experiencing turbulence. At that moment, she lost her footing and fell.
Outcome
The fall resulted in a broken ankle. No other injuries were reported. The aircraft continued to its destination without further incident.
What happened in the 13 May 2006 Embraer 145LR accident near Winchester, VA?
During approach at 10,000 feet with seat belt sign on, a passenger left the lavatory as the aircraft encountered turbulence in a cloud, fell, and broke her ankle.
Were there any fatalities in the 13 May 2006 Embraer 145LR accident?
No fatalities were recorded in this accident.
What aircraft was involved and where did it happen?
The accident on 13 May 2006 involved an Embraer 145LR, registration N653AE, at Winchester, VA.
What was the probable cause of the accident?
The passenger's failure to heed the flight attendant warning and the seat belt sign. A factor was the turbulence.
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