After the Austrian Airlines (AUA) hail flight on June 9, the result of the investigation is now available: “No violation of legal requirements was found” during the pilot’s training, an AUA spokeswoman said on Friday.
The investigation was conducted by Austro Control, the responsible supervisory authority. As reported, on June 9, an Airbus A320 en route from Palma de Mallorca to Vienna encountered a thunderstorm cell and therefore encountered severe turbulence. The incident took place in Styria.
The aircraft was able to land safely at Schwechat Airport, but was further damaged and could only resume scheduled flights after repairs.
Public danger investigation
The Korneuburg Public Prosecutor’s Office subsequently investigated the airline for negligently endangering public health. For example, it is being investigated whether the company has failed to provide its pilots with relevant training in the field of weather radar.
Austrian Airlines rejected these accusations, which were made anonymously. Significantly more training is provided than is legally required. Legal action has been taken against unknown persons, the spokeswoman said. Austro Control’s investigation confirms that the AUA is correct: the training requirements were met.
Source: Krone
I am Wallace Jones, an experienced journalist. I specialize in writing for the world section of Today Times Live. With over a decade of experience, I have developed an eye for detail when it comes to reporting on local and global stories. My passion lies in uncovering the truth through my investigative skills and creating thought-provoking content that resonates with readers worldwide.
