Final Report A320 (JA24MC), en-route near Okayama Japan, 16 January 2022
Final Report A320 (JA24MC), en-route near Okayama Japan, 16 January 2022
On 16 January 2022, an Airbus A320 in the cruise unexpectedly and very briefly encountered light clear air turbulence. Despite being secured in their seat, one passenger sustained a serious injury not assessed by the passenger concerned or the cabin crew as such at the time but which subsequently resulted in hospitalisation with a broken rib. The minor turbulence encountered had included a lateral movement which caused firm impact with the seat armrest. The operators’ comprehensive response included amending the safety briefing and related procedures and introducing a new video on turbulence awareness to be shown immediately after the briefing.







