Southwest Airlines flight plunged to within 400 feet of ocean off Hawaii: ‘Like a roller coaster ride’
SUMMARY
Newly revealed data shows a Southwest Airlines flight nearly crashed into the ocean off Hawaii in April after aborting a landing due to weather conditions. The Boeing 737 Max 8 plummeted several hundred feet before the flight crew regained control, narrowly avoiding disaster. No injuries were reported. The incident, detailed in a memo obtained by Bloomberg, highlighted issues with communication between crew members. The FAA is investigating. The mishap occurred a month before a similar severe turbulence incident on a Singapore Airlines flight, which resulted in one death and multiple injuries. Southwest emphasized their commitment to safety and continuous improvement.
