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The Times of India
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Kanchan Yadav

‘Plane started to plummet’: Passengers scream as Turkish Airlines flight hits turbulence

Turkish Airlines Istanbul Tunis Tunisia

Passengers screamed as severe turbulence jolted a Turkish Airlines flight from Istanbul to Tunisia during its descent on Thursday, with one traveller saying the aircraft “started to plummet” after three attempts to land in stormy conditions.

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The flight was approaching Tunis-Carthage International Airport when bad weather disrupted the landing. The aircraft was eventually diverted to Enfidha-Hammamet International Airport, around 60 miles south of Tunis.

Passenger Marina Maiskaya shared a video of the incident on Instagram, showing passengers gripping their seats as the aircraft shook and screams could be heard throughout the cabin.

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