A United Airlines flight from Hawaii to Los Angeles experienced severe turbulence that resulted in injuries to four flight attendants. The incident occurred as the aircraft was nearing its destination, prompting an emergency response upon landing at Los Angeles International Airport (LAX).

Eyewitness accounts describe a chaotic scene during the turbulence, with one passenger reporting a loud bang that preceded the flight's sudden descent. The turbulence was so intense that it caused the flight attendants to be thrown around the cabin, leading to significant injuries.S2

Among the injured, one flight attendant was seen with blood on their head and leg, while others sustained neck and back injuries that necessitated hospitalization. The severity of the turbulence and the resulting injuries have raised concerns about the safety measures in place for cabin crew during flights.S2