Tragic Suicide of San Antonio Airport Worker Shocks Community

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Source: San Antonio Express-News
Tragic Suicide of San Antonio Airport Worker Shocks Community
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TL;DR

A 27-year-old worker at San Antonio International Airport died by suicide after jumping into a Delta Air Lines plane engine while attempting to hand his supervisor a suicide note. The incident occurred as the plane was taxiing to the gate, causing the aircraft to shake. The worker, employed by Unifi Aviation, a contractor for Delta's ground operations, was pronounced dead at the scene. The Bexar County Medical Examiner's Office ruled the death a suicide, and the police department and NTSB concluded their investigations. This tragic incident highlights the importance of workplace safety and the need for proper training and enforcement of safety procedures.

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