17 Mar 2014: AIRBUS A330 323 323 — Delta Air Lines — Seattle, PO
On 17 Mar 2014, an AIRBUS A330 323 323 operated by Delta Air Lines was involved in an aviation accident near Seattle, PO. No fatalities were reported. Investigators recorded the probable cause as: the flight attendant inadvertently tripping over a passenger's foot that was protruding into the aisle, which resulted in the flight attendant fracturing her foot. This summary draws on records from NTSB; 17 related events involving the same aircraft type or operator are linked below.
Probable cause
the flight attendant inadvertently tripping over a passenger's foot that was protruding into the aisle, which resulted in the flight attendant fracturing her foot.
— NTSB Determination
Accident narrative
About four hours after departure on an international flight, and while over the Pacific Ocean, a flight attendant tripped and fell over a passenger's extended foot while walking down the aisle. The flight attendant was unable to continue her duties due to a swollen and painful foot. During a follow up examination, the flight attendant was diagnosed with a fractured foot.