36 injured, 11 seriously, after Hawaiian Airlines flight experiences "severe turbulence," officials say
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A flight from Phoenix to Honolulu left 36 people hurt, with 11 sustaining serious injuries, after the plane experienced "severe turbulence," officials said Sunday.
A total of 20 people aboard Hawaiian Airlines Flight 35 were taken to two local hospitals, Honolulu Emergency Medical Services confirmed. Nine of those 20 sustained minor injuries with 11 suffering serious injuries, according to EMS.
One person was knocked unconscious, Honolulu Emergency Services Department Director Jim Ireland said at a press conference. About 10 passengers experienced nausea and vomiting, Ireland said. The plane was carrying 278 passengers and 10 crew members — 2 pilots and 8 flight attendants.
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