Sydney, El Sky News — A Garuda Indonesia international flight GA 712 from Jakarta to Sydney encountered severe turbulence about 30 minutes before landing at Sydney’s Kingsford Smith Airport, causing chaos in the cabin and injuries to two flight attendants, airline officials confirmed.
Incident Overview
The turbulence occurred on 25 December 2025 as flight GA 712 was preparing for final descent toward Sydney. According to passengers’ online posts, the aircraft suddenly hit a strong patch of rough air, leading to abrupt jolts throughout the cabin. Initial viral social media reports claimed that two cabin crew suffered broken bones, but the airline has since clarified these details.
Airline Confirmation & Safety Response
In an official statement, Garuda Indonesia President Director Glenny H. Kairupan explained that the pilot followed all standard operating procedures (SOP) in response to the turbulence and ensured the safety of everyone on board. Despite the severity of the shaking, the flight landed safely at Sydney Airport, and all passengers disembarked normally.
Kairupan also clarified misinformation circulating online: no cabin crew suffered broken bones. Both injured crew members sustained minor injuries and were taken to a local hospital in Sydney for observation; one has already been discharged, while the other remains under further medical monitoring as a precaution.
Safety Measures & Follow-Up
Garuda Indonesia has established a dedicated help desk to assist passengers affected by the incident and is coordinating with relevant aviation authorities to review any additional safety recommendations. The airline emphasized the importance of wearing seat belts while seated at all times to mitigate the impact of sudden turbulence.
Summary
Despite widespread concern on social media, official reports confirm that all passengers were safe and that the aircraft was handled in full compliance with safety protocols. The turbulence, while severe, did not result in any life-threatening injuries, and authorities are continuing to follow up on the situation to ensure the highest standards of flight safety.
(Lunar)
