Mar 6, 1998
Accident
MEMPHIS, TN
InjuriesNone
Phase of Flight-
ConditionsVMC
OperationFAR 121
Probable Cause
ground personnel (an equipment loader) failed to follow established written procedures (ramp safety policy), resulting in a pressurized entry door being opened before it was fully depressurized, subsequently injurying the equipment loader. The malfunctioning outflow valve was a related factor.
NTSB MIA98LA096