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American Airlines Employee Dies Following Jetbridge Accident in Austin

American Airlines Employee Dies Following Jetbridge Accident in Austin

BY BHAVYA VELANI Published on April 21, 2023 0 COMMENTS

Authorities have confirmed that an American Airlines employee at Austin-Bergstrom International Airport passed away in an incident on Thursday.

 

According to officials, the incident occurred around 2 p.m. local time, and the airline employee was injured outside the terminal in the airside ramp area. The airport issued a statement about the incident.

 

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During a press briefing on Thursday, Corporal Destiny Silva of the Austin Police Department stated that the American Airlines employee who died in the incident at Austin-Bergstrom International Airport was operating a ground service vehicle that struck a jet bridge.

 

 

According to the airport statement, the employee was pronounced dead at the scene after the Austin-Travis County EMS responded. The Austin Police Department's vehicular homicide unit is investigating the incident as an accidental death.


Corporal Destiny Silva informed that the employee was operating a ground service vehicle that struck a jet bridge, leading to the unfortunate incident.

 



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Meanwhile, the airport has expressed condolences and offered support to those affected by the tragedy. The airline expressed its grief and extended its condolences to the deceased's family and local team members. The statement read, "We are focused on ensuring that all involved have the support they need during this difficult time."

 



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According to the airport, there are currently no major disruptions to airport operations.

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Bhavya Velani
An Aircraft maintenance engineering graduate and passionate aviation journalist with experience in working with a renowned publication such as Airlive, Airways Magazine Aviation A2Z, etc During my free time, I watch documentaries and read nonfiction books.

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