Turbulence forces emergency plane landing in Tokyo

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A flight headed to Dallas/Fort Worth from Seoul was diverted to Tokyo to make an emergency landing after as many as 14 people were injured in a bout of turbulence.

American Airlines Flight 280 was carrying 240 passengers and 15 crew when it hit a storm with strong winds. Estimates of the number of injured varied from 12 to 14, according to several reports.

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"American's primary concern at this time is for our passengers and crew on board the airplane and our team in Narita is providing assistance," the airline said in a statement about the incident. "We will provide additional information as it becomes available." Read more...

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