A Delta Airlines flight traveling from Salt Lake City to Amsterdam made an emergency landing at Minneapolis–Saint Paul International Airport after experiencing severe turbulence, resulting in injuries to at least 25 passengers.

Following the incident, all 25 injured passengers were hospitalized for evaluation but were released by the morning of July 31, 2025.

Additionally, seven crew members were treated at local hospitals and subsequently released.

In light of the turbulence incident, the Federal Aviation Administration has announced an investigation to determine the causes and implications.

Witnesses described chaotic scenes inside the cabin, where passengers not wearing seat belts were thrown against the ceiling and then fell to the ground due to the turbulence.

Turbulence, particularly clear-air turbulence, poses significant risks as it occurs without visible warning and is often associated with jet streams and wind shear.

Although fatalities from turbulence are rare, the number of injuries has been increasing, with climate change potentially exacerbating turbulence conditions.

Meteorologist Mark Prosser highlighted the financial impact of turbulence on airlines, estimating annual costs between $150 and $500 million in the United States.

In response to the rising incidents of turbulence, airlines, including Southwest Airlines and Korean Air, are implementing safety measures such as ending cabin service earlier and advising passengers to keep their seat belts fastened.

Delta Airlines expressed gratitude to emergency responders and reaffirmed that passenger safety remains their top priority, providing support through their Delta Care Team.

To assist affected passengers, Delta scheduled a special flight from Minneapolis-St. Paul to Amsterdam for the evening of July 31, 2025.

The National Transportation Safety Board reported that from 2009 to 2024, 207 individuals required hospitalization due to turbulence-related injuries, primarily affecting flight attendants.