Jun 13, 2012
Accident
Winnie, TX
Injuries2 serious
Phase of Flight-
ConditionsIMC
OperationFAR 121
Probable Cause
the flight crew's penetration of a rapidly developing thunderstorm cell in an area of forecasted convective activity. The serious injuries were the result of a misunderstanding between the captain and cabin crew regarding the potential for turbulence.
NTSB DCA12LA091