Aviation Accident Summaries

Aviation Accident Summary DCA14CA083

Seattle, PO, USA

Aircraft #1

N803NW

AIRBUS A330 323

Analysis

Same as Factual Information

Factual Information

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.

Probable Cause and Findings

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.

 

Source: NTSB Aviation Accident Database

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