CommuteAir Flight 4821
The sole fatal aviation accident in CommuteAir’s history involved CommuteAir Flight 4821. On January 3, 1992, the plane crashed into a hillside near Gabriels, New York, 4.5 miles from the airport. The accident led to the death of both pilots and injured two passengers. Furthermore, it was deemed a pilot error as the crew failed to establish a stable descent. The snowy conditions, which resulted in poor visibility, also contributed to difficulty navigating the landing.
Aviation accidents involving CommuteAir
Recently, there have been a few accidents with CommuteAir. Thankfully, none produced any fatalities.
- United Express Flight 4933: The flight operated by CommuteAir heading to Presque Isle International Airport, Maine, USA, landed off the runway on snowy terrain. The National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB) stated that confirmation bias, pilot fatigue, and poor decision-making upon landing contributed to the incident, which resulted in three passengers and one crew member suffering minor injuries.
- United Express Flight UA 4294: The Embraer ERJ 145XR regional jet operating between Houston and Laredo, Texas, was struck by birds, impacting both engines. The plane landed in Laredo roughly an hour after takeoff, leaving no casualties.
While technically not an inflight accident, Stephanie Grace, who suffered a hemorrhage in her left eye during a flight from Orange County to Houston, filed a lawsuit against United Airlines, Inc., United Airlines Holdings, Inc., and CommuteAir for personal injuries. Although her doctor cleared her to fly after her surgery, Grace stated that she noticed a change in vision in her eye, requiring immediate medical attention. However, after alerting multiple employees, she claimed that air and ground staff refused to help her, prompting her to file a case against the airlines.
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Have you experienced any injuries or medical negligence while onboard a flight? The Law Offices of Sean M. Cleary can assist you or your loved ones the process of your lawsuit. Contact our Miami-based airplane accident attorney to find out whether you are eligible, and once approved, we will ensure you get your maximum compensation.
