A Singapore Airlines flight from London to Singapore encounters severe turbulence, resulting in the death of a 73-year-old British man and injuries to over 30 passengers. The Boeing 777-300ER diverts to Bangkok for an emergency landing. Singapore Airlines extends condolences and provides medical assistance.
A 73-year-old British man has tragically passed away and over 30 others sustained injuries on a Singapore Airlines flight from London to Singapore when it encountered severe turbulence.
The Boeing 777-300ER was diverted to Bangkok, where it made an emergency landing after experiencing turbulence, causing chaos inside the cabin as passengers and objects were thrown around. Among the 211 passengers and 18 crew onboard, one passenger lost his life, and the airline extended condolences to his family. Witnesses described a harrowing scene of sudden drops, screams, and injuries, with some passengers hitting their heads on overhead baggage cabins.
Emergency medical assistance was provided to the injured, with 31 individuals taken to the hospital and the rest receiving treatment at Suvarnabhumi International Airport.
Thai authorities and Singapore Airlines are collaborating to offer further assistance, with ambulances and emergency teams deployed to the airport. Singapore's Transport Minister expressed sorrow over the incident and assured support for the affected passengers and their families.
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