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BOEING 767-322 accident at Gulf of America, GM, 29 Dec 2024
On December 29, 2024, a BOEING 767-322 operated by UNITED AIRLINES INC was involved in an aviation accident near Gulf of America, GM. No fatalities were reported. Investigators recorded the probable cause as: An encounter with an area of clear air turbulence during cruise, which resulted in a serious injury to a flight attendant. This summary draws on records from NTSB; 17 related events involving the same aircraft type or operator are linked below.
Probable cause
An encounter with an area of clear air turbulence during cruise, which resulted in a serious injury to a flight attendant.
— NTSB Determination
Contributing factors
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Frequently asked questions
What happened in the 29 Dec 2024 BOEING 767-322 accident near Gulf of America, GM?
An encounter with an area of clear air turbulence during cruise, which resulted in a serious injury to a flight attendant.
Were there any fatalities in the 29 Dec 2024 BOEING 767-322 accident?
No fatalities were recorded in this accident.
What aircraft was involved and where did it happen?
The accident on 29 Dec 2024 involved a BOEING 767-322, operated by UNITED AIRLINES INC, at Gulf of America, GM.
What was the probable cause of the accident?
An encounter with an area of clear air turbulence during cruise, which resulted in a serious injury to a flight attendant.
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