A Korean Air plane on the tarmac.
Severe turbulence has become an increasing concern for airlines.
  • 14 people were injured after a Korean Air flight was hit by "severe" turbulence.
  • A Korean Air spokesperson said 10 passengers and four flight attendants were hurt in the incident.
  • Cases of severe turbulence are rising, with airlines taking measures to avoid injuries.

A bout of turbulence left 14 people injured aboard a Korean Air flight.

Korean Air flight KE197 was flying between Seoul in South Korea and Ulaanbaatar, Mongolia, on August 4 when it was struck by an in-air disruption. This is the latest case of injuries resulting from turbulence aboard a major airline.