Passenger injury during deplaning in New York

No fatalities • New York, NY, United States

A passenger sustained a wrist fracture after falling while exiting an aircraft at the gate.

What happened

On October 4, 2010, a Bombardier Inc CL-600-2B19, registration N414ZW, arrived at its gate in New York, NY. After the aircraft engines were shut down, passengers began deplaning via the stairs at the forward entry door. During this process, a passenger lost her balance and fell to the ground, resulting in one serious injury (a fractured wrist). There were no fatalities associated with this event.

Probable cause

The passenger lost her balance while exiting the aircraft.

Contributing factors

Passenger

Frequently asked questions

What happened in the 4 Oct 2010 BOMBARDIER INC CL-600-2B19 accident near New York, NY?

A passenger sustained a wrist fracture after falling while exiting an aircraft at the gate.

Were there any fatalities in the 4 Oct 2010 BOMBARDIER INC CL-600-2B19 accident?

No fatalities were recorded in this accident.

What aircraft was involved and where did it happen?

The accident on 4 Oct 2010 involved a BOMBARDIER INC CL-600-2B19, operated by US Airways Express, at New York, NY.

What was the probable cause of the accident?

The passenger lost her balance while exiting the aircraft.

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