Seven hospitalized after Boeing plane experiences heavy turbulence

Published March 29, 2024 10:59pm ET



Seven people were sent to a hospital in New York on Friday night after their Boeing plane experienced high turbulence, which resulted in their plane being diverted from its scheduled landing in Newark, New Jersey, to Stewart International Airport in upstate New York.

A total of 22 passengers suffered minor injuries, with 15 people being treated on-site, but seven were sent to a local hospital for observation. The passengers all complained of stomach pain and nausea and chest pains from the turbulence. 

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