Emergency Landing for Delta Flight After Severe Turbulence Injures Passengers

A Delta Airlines flight bound for Amsterdam from Salt Lake City was struck by severe turbulence, leading to an emergency landing and injuries to several passengers. The flight, which carried 275 passengers and 13 crew members, was diverted to Minneapolis–Saint Paul International Airport. The plane, identified as DL56, departed Salt Lake City Airport at 4:30 p.m. local time. The pilot reported the plane dropped 1,000 feet, resulting in an emergency landing around 7:45 p.m. local time. Medical personnel assessed passengers and crew upon landing, with 25 individuals requiring transport to local hospitals. Accounts from passengers describe a harrowing experience, including flight attendants losing their balance and the intensity of the turbulence increasing over time. Flight tracking data showed the aircraft descending from over 38,000 feet to 35,775 feet rapidly. The airline acknowledged the incident and expressed its appreciation for the efforts of emergency responders.