An airport employee died Friday night in what appears to be a freak accident at San Antonio International Airport, authorities said.
The worker, who was not identified, was “swallowed” inside the plane’s engine at 10:25 p.m. Friday night, the National Transportation Safety Board said in a statement. A Delta Air Lines flight arriving from Los Angeles taxied to the gate on one engine.
It is not clear how the employee was sucked into the engine. The NTSB said it was investigating the crash.
The employee was a ramp worker, according to the Federal Aviation Administration.
San Antonio International Airport also confirmed the death of an employee in a statement Friday, according to NBC affiliate WOAI.
“We are deeply saddened by this incident and are working with authorities as they begin their investigation,” the statement said. “We will share more information as details become available.”
Delta said in a statement Sunday that it was “heartbroken” by the loss of a member of its “aviation family.”
“Our hearts and full support are with his family, friends and loved ones during this difficult time,” Delta said.
