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February 23, 2008 · Boeing 737-700 · N551WN
Valdosta, GA
Overview
Report Status
Final with probable cause
Event Type
Accident
Date
February 23, 2008
Injury Outcomes
1 injury (1 serious injury), 102 uninjured
Location
Valdosta, GA
Aircraft
Boeing 737-700
Tail Number
N551WN
Operator
Southwest Airlines
Injuries
Serious
NTSB Number
NYC08CA115
The Boeing 737-700 was at an altitude 30,0000 feet, and on the arrival approach for landing, when it encountered unexpected turbulence. The pilot flying stated that the turbulence was at least moderate in intensity and lasted for about 10 seconds. The autopilot remained engaged. The seat belt sign was illuminated and the flight attendants were securing the cabin for landing. One flight attendant was thrown against a wall and sustained a fractured ankle. The airplane subsequently landed without further incident.
NTSB Probable Cause
Environmental issues-Conditions/weather/phenomena-Turbulence-(general)-Not specified - C
Full Narrative
The Boeing 737-700 was at an altitude 30,0000 feet, and on the "PIGLT1" arrival to Orlando International Airport (MCO), Orlando, Florida, when it encountered unexpected turbulence. The pilot flying stated that the turbulence was at least moderate in intensity and lasted for about 10 seconds. The autopilot remained engaged. The seat belt sign was illuminated and the flight attendants were securing the cabin for landing. One flight attendant was thrown against a wall and sustained a fractured ankle. The airplane subsequently landed at MCO without further incident.
Flight
Event TypeAccident
Event Time20:00 EST
Nearest AirportOrlando International (175nm)
Flight Plan FiledIFR
Flight Plan ActivatedYes
Aircraft FireNo
Aircraft ExplosionNo
Aircraft
AircraftBoeing 737-700
Tail NumberN551WN
Aircraft CategoryAir
OperatorSouthwest Airlines
Operating RulePart 121
Engines2
Engine TypeTurbofan
Engine DetailsCfm International · CFM56-7B22 · Turbofan · 24000 | Cfm International · CFM56-7B22 · Turbofan · 24000
Seats136
People & Injuries
Injury Summary1 injury (1 serious injury), 102 uninjured
Fatal0
Serious1
Minor0
Uninjured102
Total103
Crew 1Age 39 · First Class · None
Crew 2Age 33 · First Class · None
Conditions
ConditionsIMC
LightNight
WindCalm
Visibility10 sm
CeilingOvercast 2800 ft
Temperature / Dew Point64 F / 63 F
Altimeter29.94 inHg
Observation Time01:03
Weather SourceWFAC