An airport employee within the US has died after being sucked right into a aircraft engine, officers have stated.

The worker, who has not been named, was "ingested" into an engine at San Antonio International Airport in Texas on Friday, the National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB) stated.

The incident occurred at 10.25pm native time when a Delta Air Lines flight from Los Angeles taxied to its gate on one engine.

It is just not clear how the particular person was sucked into the engine and the NTSB is investigating the incident.

According to the Federal Aviation Authority, the worker was a ramp employee.

In an announcement, the airport stated: "We are deeply saddened by this incident and are working with authorities as they begin their investigation.

"We will share extra info as particulars grow to be out there."

Delta Air Lines said it was "heartbroken" over the incident and the loss of a member of its "aviation household".

"Our hearts and full assist are with their household, pals and family members throughout this troublesome time," it added.

The same incident additionally occurred late final 12 months in Alabama, when an airport employee was pulled right into a aircraft engine.

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