News On Japan

Cabin Crew Injured on Melbourne-Narita Flight

TOKYO, Apr 03 (News On Japan) - A Japan Airlines flight en route from Melbourne to Narita Airport encountered sudden severe turbulence on April 1, causing injuries to several cabin crew, including a broken leg.

According to Japan Airlines, around 3:30 PM on April 1st, while Flight JL774 was flying from Melbourne to Narita Airport, it experienced sudden severe turbulence at an altitude of approximately 5,180 meters, about 150 kilometers southeast of Narita Airport.

Shortly after the seatbelt sign had been illuminated, a cabin crew member who was making rounds inside the cabin twisted their right ankle. Further examination at the hospital revealed a fracture in the right shin.

Additionally, three other cabin crew members suffered sprains, though no passengers were injured.

The Ministry of Land, Infrastructure, Transport and Tourism has classified the incident as an aviation accident and will have the national Transportation Safety Board conduct an investigation into the cause.

Source: 日テレNEWS

News On Japan
POPULAR NEWS

The ongoing debate over the legalization of separate surnames for married couples in Japan is a topic that has polarized both politicians and the public for over three decades.

Two Liberian men have been arrested on suspicion of stealing 34 million yen through a trick using copper particles plated with gold.

The Yokohama District Court on Monday sentenced a former manager of Bigmotor's Kawasaki branch to a fine of 200,000 yen for damaging public property by cutting azaleas in front of the store.

A lightning strike at a live event venue in Moka City, Tochigi Prefecture, injured nine people, but none are in life-threatening condition.

The Japan Shogi Association celebrated its 100th anniversary on Sunday, hosting a commemorative ceremony in Tokyo, along with the unveiling of a newly completed Shogi Hall.

MEDIA CHANNELS
         

MORE Travel NEWS

The charm of Japanese antique markets lies in discovering rare items before they fade into obscurity. These markets have become a gathering spot for foreign treasure hunters, whose interest now surpasses that of Japanese collectors.

As Mount Fuji's climbing season nears its September 10 closure, rescue calls have surged, and fatalities have more than doubled compared to last year. Over 170,000 climbers have ascended this season, facing harsh weather conditions, including cold temperatures and altitude sickness.

A new Osaka Metro station, located nearest to the venue for the Osaka-Kansai Expo set to open in April next year, will begin operation on January 19.

When you think of Nagoya, you think of Nagoya Castle, built in 1615 by Tokugawa Ieyasu. So, we’ve come to the castle town. (It's Time to Travel)

Learn Japanese pitch-accent and pronunciation from my Patreon Series "Japanese Phonetics" (Dogen)

Planning a trip to Japan can be both exhilarating and overwhelming. From its bustling cities to its serene temples, Japan offers a diverse array of experiences that will leave you in awe.

Universal Studios Japan has begun its annual Halloween event, running from September 5 to November 4. This year, a new character has been introduced to protect visitors from the attacking zombies.

Despite it being the season to enjoy fresh sashimi, a blooming sea creature threatens to disrupt supplies due to its potential large-scale resurgence after 15 years.