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travel1 year ago

Severe Turbulence Sends Passengers Flying in Terrifying Video

A Scandinavian Airlines flight from Stockholm to Miami experienced severe turbulence, causing passengers to be lifted from their seats and forcing the plane to return to Copenhagen. Despite the terrifying incident, which was captured on video by a passenger, the Airbus A330 landed safely with no serious injuries reported among the 254 passengers and a baby on board.

travel1 year ago

Severe Turbulence Forces Emergency Landings and Passenger Panic on Multiple Flights

A Scandinavian Airlines flight from Stockholm to Miami was forced to make an emergency landing in Copenhagen after experiencing severe turbulence over Greenland. The turbulence was so intense that passengers were lifted from their seats, with some hitting the ceiling, and items were thrown around the cabin. Despite the frightening ordeal, no severe injuries were reported. Passengers were assisted with rebooking and accommodations by the airline's special assistance team.

health-international1 year ago

Norwegian King Harald V Hospitalized in Malaysian Island

A Scandinavian Airlines medical evacuation plane has landed in Langkawi, Malaysia, where Norwegian King Harald V is hospitalized and being treated for an infection. The 87-year-old monarch fell ill during a vacation, and his condition is reported to be improving, but he will remain in the hospital for a few more days for treatment and rest before returning home. The Norwegian royal family has not disclosed details of the king's illness, but there is a focus on ensuring his safety and health. This is not the first time King Harald V has faced health issues, as he has been repeatedly ill in recent months, prompting concern about his well-being.

crime1 year ago

Russian Stowaway Convicted for Flying to LAX Without Passport or Ticket

A Russian man, Sergey Vladimirovich Ochigava, has been found guilty of being a stowaway on a Scandinavian Airlines flight from Copenhagen to Los Angeles International Airport without a ticket, passport, or visa. He faces a maximum sentence of five years in federal prison and was convicted after a jury trial. Ochigava had managed to board the flight undetected and aroused suspicion by wandering around the plane, changing seats, and requesting multiple meals. He claimed to have a PhD in economics and marketing and said he didn't understand how he ended up on the plane. Ochigava is scheduled to be sentenced in federal court on February 5.

crime-and-justice1 year ago

Russian Man Convicted for Boarding LAX Flight Without Passport or Ticket

A Russian man, Sergey Ochigava, has been found guilty by a US federal court of being a stowaway on a Scandinavian Airlines flight from Denmark to Los Angeles last November. Ochigava boarded the flight without a ticket, passport, or visa, and faces up to five years in prison. He was arrested at the LA airport after officials could not find any record of his booking or visa application. Ochigava had managed to bypass security at Copenhagen Airport and board the flight undetected, and upon arrival in LA, he was unable to provide any official travel documents.