Airline: Hawaiian Air
Incident Date: Oct 21, 2022
Report Date: December 2022
Incident Type: Death
Animal: Dog
Brachycephalic: Yes Definition
Animal Age: Not reported
Flight Number: 50
Originating Airport: HNL (Honolulu Intl)
Destination Airport: JFK (John F Kennedy Intl)
Reporting Airport: JFK (John F Kennedy Intl)
Report:
Carrier: Hawaiian Airlines
Flight Number: HA50
Date & Time of Incident: 10/21/2022 12:00 AM
Type of Incident: Death
Description of Animal:
Breed: French Bulldog
Animal Name: BALOO
Description of Incident: Upon arrival on HA50 on October 21st, it was discovered that Baloo was unresponsive. It was determined he had passed away.
Cause of Incident: Pending necropsy
Corrective Action Taken: The Cargo Agent spoke to the customer and advised that HA would arrange for a necropsy and other services, but the customer declined. Customer stated they would follow up with a vet on their own. Currently working to process a refund to the customer for shipping charges. Customer has also inquired about other costs related to vet bills, necropsy, etc. Customer was advised that someone from HA would be in contact with them to discuss this matter further.
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