Southwest says it’s ‘devastated’ after major engine failure leads to one fatality (LUV)

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• Southwest Airlines has released a statement about Flight 1380, which made an emergency landing in Philadelphia and left one passenger dead on Tuesday.
• “The entire Southwest Airlines Family is devastated and extends its deepest, heartfelt sympathy to the Customers, employees, family members and loved ones affected by this tragic event,” Southwest Airlines said.
• One passenger died during the flight and seven received minor injuries, Southwest Airlines said. 

Southwest Airlines has released a statement about Flight 1380, which made an emergency landing in Philadelphia and left one passenger dead on Tuesday.

“We are deeply saddened to confirm that there is one fatality resulting from this accident,” the airline said. “The entire Southwest Airlines Family is devastated and extends its deepest, heartfelt sympathy to the Customers, employees, family members and loved ones affected by this tragic event. We have activated our emergency response team and are deploying every resource to support those affected by this tragedy.

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