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Couple feared the worst after horror turbulence on easyJet flight leaves them injured
Christopher and Lynda Packer said people were 'screaming' on the horror flight home
A couple from North Yorkshire say their EasyJet flight home from Corfu endured severe turbulence that left passengers and crew injured and forced a diversion to Milan.
The incident involved EasyJet flight EZY3484, which was en route to Liverpool John Lennon Airport when it encountered adverse weather and a bout of intense turbulence over Italy.
According to the couple, Christopher and Lynda Packer, the turbulence lasted five to ten minutes, with violent cabin movement and the cabin going dark. They say a cabin crew member was thrown against the ceiling during the episode.
The flight diverted to Milan Malpensa, where several people were taken to hospital by ambulance, and passengers were later transferred to a replacement aircraft to finish the journey to Liverpool. The incident caused a delay of more than 12 hours.
The Packers, who were travelling with their 15-year-old son Jamie, report ongoing injuries and psychological effects, including neck, shoulder and back pain, and increased anxiety about flying. They have instructed specialist lawyers to investigate what happened.
easyJet said the captain diverted to Milan to allow medical attention for a small number of customers and crew, and that they have been in contact with the family and are investigating the incident.