Multiple injuries on U.S.-bound flight forced to turn back to Nigeria
Briefly

A United Airlines flight from Lagos to Washington Dulles diverted back mid-flight due to a serious technical issue, injuring six people. The aircraft experienced sudden drops in speed at high altitude, prompting emergency protocols. Investigations by aviation authorities in both Nigeria and the United States are underway. Passengers reported a distress message from the pilot, and the plane safely landed back in Lagos, where affected individuals were hospitalized and subsequently discharged. This incident is part of a concerning trend involving the aircraft manufacturer, Boeing.
Tracking data reveals that the aircraft sharply dropped in speed during flight, leading to an emergency return due to a technical issue, injuring six.
Four passengers and two crew members sustained serious injuries, while a total of 32 people (27 passengers and five crew members) experienced minor injuries in the incident.
Read at Washington Post
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