Out of respect for the deceased, we will not be sharing any additional information. “From our initial investigation, this incident was unrelated to Unifi’s operational processes, safety procedures and policies. “Our hearts go out to the family of the deceased, and we remain focused on supporting our employees on the ground and ensuring they are being taken care of during this time,” the company said in a statement to CNN. Unifi Aviation provides aviation services at San Antonio International Airport and employed the worker who died. Our hearts and full support are with their family, friends and loved ones during this difficult time,” a Delta spokesperson told CNN in an email. “We are heartbroken and grieving the loss of an aviation family member’s life in San Antonio. We will share more information as details become available.”ĭelta Air Lines said it was “grieving” the loss.

“We are deeply saddened by this incident and are working with authorities as they begin their investigation. “An accident occurred on the ground at San Antonio International Airport (SAT) Friday night that resulted in the fatality of an airline ground crew member,” airport spokesperson Erin Rodriguez said in a statement.

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