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11 May 2013: EMBRAER-EMPRESA BRASILEIRA DE ERJ 170-200 LR — Delta Connection — Flushing, NY

Flushing, NY, United States
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A flight attendant sustained a left foot fracture after a galley cart tipped over while being maneuvered over a transition strip between carpet and rubber matting during passenger boarding.

Incident Details

According to statements from the flight attendant (FA) involved, the incident occurred as passenger boarding commenced. The B FA was pushing two galley carts simultaneously from the forward cabin to the rear of the airplane to assist with catering services. The FA stated that the second cart stalled as it was being maneuvered over a transition strip between the carpeted cabin floor and the rubber matting floor in the aft galley. Subsequently, the cart tipped over onto her left foot.

Injuury and Medical Evaluation

The flight attendant was transported to a hospital for evaluation. However, due to excessive swelling, the extent of the injury could not be determined at that time. During a follow-up visit, X-rays were taken, which indicated that the FA had sustained a left foot fracture.

Context

The incident occurred during the boarding process. No other details about the aircraft, operator, location, or date were provided in the source.

Contributing factors

Cabin crew