What is air turbulence and how it creates danger in the skies
55 years, 3 months ago

What is air turbulence and how it creates danger in the skies

CNN  

CNN — Air travel and turbulence have always gone hand in hand with many flights, especially long haul, experiencing spells of bumpiness. “Turbulence on flights can be caused by storms, mountains, and strong air currents called jet streams,” adds Williams. “In this last case, it is called clear-air turbulence, and it can be difficult to avoid because it doesn’t show up on the weather radar in the flight deck.” “Clear air turbulence is air movement created by atmospheric pressure, jet streams, air around mountains, cold or warm weather fronts or thunderstorms,” according to the Federal Aviation Administration website. “Every additional minute spent traveling through turbulence increases wear-and-tear on the aircraft, as well as the risk of injuries to passengers and flight attendants.” Is it getting worse? In 2022, Williams, who co-authored the study, told CNN that he believed that severe turbulence “could double or triple in the coming decades.” He went on to attribute this to “clear air turbulence,” a type of turbulence that strikes suddenly is very difficult to avoid.

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These are the world’s most turbulent flight routes
2 months, 1 week ago

These are the world’s most turbulent flight routes

The Independent  

Sign up to Simon Calder’s free travel email for expert advice and money-saving discounts Get Simon Calder’s Travel email Get Simon Calder’s Travel email SIGN UP I would like to be emailed about offers, events and updates from The Independent. The most common type, called clear air turbulence, is defined by the Federal Aviation Administration as “sudden severe turbulence occurring …

These are the world’s most turbulent flight routes
2 months, 2 weeks ago

These are the world’s most turbulent flight routes

The Independent  

Sign up to Simon Calder’s free travel email for expert advice and money-saving discounts Get Simon Calder’s Travel email Get Simon Calder’s Travel email SIGN UP I would like to be emailed about offers, events and updates from The Independent. The most common type, called clear air turbulence, is defined by the Federal Aviation Administration as “sudden severe turbulence occurring …

Severe turbulence on flight from Singapore to Guangzhou in China leaves 7 injured
6 months, 3 weeks ago

Severe turbulence on flight from Singapore to Guangzhou in China leaves 7 injured

The Independent  

Sign up to Simon Calder’s free travel email for expert advice and money-saving discounts Get Simon Calder’s Travel email Get Simon Calder’s Travel email SIGN UP I would like to be emailed about offers, events and updates from The Independent. Read our privacy policy A flight operated by Scoot airline from Singapore to Guangzhou in southern China encountered severe turbulence …

What is turbulence and can it cause your plane to crash?
8 months, 4 weeks ago

What is turbulence and can it cause your plane to crash?

The Independent  

Sign up to Simon Calder’s free travel email for expert advice and money-saving discounts Get Simon Calder’s Travel email Get Simon Calder’s Travel email SIGN UP I would like to be emailed about offers, events and updates from The Independent. In the last year, there have been numerous incidents, from eight passengers requiring medical assistance after their plane was struck …

On Air Europa flight, man stuck in overhead bin during turbulence; 40 injured | Video
8 months, 4 weeks ago

On Air Europa flight, man stuck in overhead bin during turbulence; 40 injured | Video

Hindustan Times  

At least 40 passengers were injured when an Air Europa flight from Madrid to Montevideo hit strong turbulence, prompting an emergency landing in Brazil, reported news agency AFP. The plane, a Boeing 787-9 Dreamliner with 325 people on board, was diverted in the early morning hours to the airport of Natal in northeast Brazil. The incident comes after a Singapore …

Singapore Airlines offers compensation to passengers on flight that hit extreme turbulence
9 months, 3 weeks ago

Singapore Airlines offers compensation to passengers on flight that hit extreme turbulence

Associated Press  

KUALA LUMPUR, Malaysia — Singapore Airlines said Tuesday it has offered compensation to passengers of a flight that hit extreme turbulence last month, in a rare case that killed one passenger and injured dozens. The Being 777 jet, carrying 211 passengers and 18 crew from London to Singapore, ran into sudden turbulence over the Irrawaddy basin on May 20, hurling …

Singapore Airlines turbulence incident, and other unexpected pitch-downs, raise questions about how to stay safe when going to the bathroom
9 months, 3 weeks ago

Singapore Airlines turbulence incident, and other unexpected pitch-downs, raise questions about how to stay safe when going to the bathroom

ABC  

Nearly 16 years ago, Caroline Southcott got up to go to the toilet on a flight from Singapore to Perth but as she was returning to her seat, she suffered severe injuries that continue to impact her to this day. In the initial report from the Singapore Transport Safety Bureau, investigators noted the aircraft was "likely flying over an area …

Could climate change be behind the increase in air turbulence?
10 months ago

Could climate change be behind the increase in air turbulence?

ABC  

BEVERLEY MAYERS: Everything just went bang. KAMIN GOCK: Investigators have extracted the data from the plane’s black box and suggest the airplane hit what’s known as convective turbulence. TONY LUCAS, AUSTRALIAN AND INTERNATIONAL PILOTS ASSN: The two types we generally come across as pilots are clear air turbulence and that's associated frequently with jet streams that occur near the poles …

Singapore Airlines jet endured huge swings in gravitational force during turbulence, report says
10 months ago

Singapore Airlines jet endured huge swings in gravitational force during turbulence, report says

Associated Press  

KUALA LUMPUR, Malaysia — The Singapore Airlines jetliner that hit severe turbulence last week went through huge swings in gravitational force in less than five seconds, likely causing the injuries to people who weren’t buckled into their seats, according to a preliminary report Wednesday by Singapore’s Transport Ministry. The plane dropped 178 feet in less than one second, which “likely …

Gravitational changes, 178-feet drop caused injuries on Singapore Airlines jet that hit turbulence
10 months ago

Gravitational changes, 178-feet drop caused injuries on Singapore Airlines jet that hit turbulence

The Independent  

For free real time breaking news alerts sent straight to your inbox sign up to our breaking news emails Sign up to our free breaking news emails Sign up to our free breaking news emails SIGN UP I would like to be emailed about offers, events and updates from The Independent. Read our privacy policy Rapid changes in the gravitational …

Singapore Airlines horror: How gravitational force and autopilot create massive turbulence I INSIGHTS
10 months ago

Singapore Airlines horror: How gravitational force and autopilot create massive turbulence I INSIGHTS

India TV News  

Singapore Airlines: Rapid changes in the gravitational force led to a 178-feet altitude drop of a Singapore Airlines flight that left one passenger dead and many others who were not buckled up injured in extreme turbulence last week, a preliminary investigation by Singapore’s Transport Ministry said Wednesday. Singapore's Transport Ministry said investigators, including those from the US National Transportation Safety …

Extreme turbulence is rare – but the best precaution is extremely simple
10 months ago

Extreme turbulence is rare – but the best precaution is extremely simple

The Independent  

Sign up to Simon Calder’s free travel email for expert advice and money-saving discounts Get Simon Calder’s Travel email Get Simon Calder’s Travel email SIGN UP I would like to be emailed about offers, events and updates from The Independent. Tragically, on a Singapore Airlines flight from London Heathrow this week, one man died after the Boeing 777 encountered severe …

Why was Singapore flight turbulence severe? | Explained
10 months ago

Why was Singapore flight turbulence severe? | Explained

The Hindu  

The story so far: On May 20-21, a Singapore Airlines flight, SQ321, with 211 passengers and 18 crew, from London’s Heathrow Airport to Singapore encountered severe turbulence while over the Andaman Sea/Bay of Bengal near the Irrawaddy Basin, Myanmar. When it involves aviation, there are two main forms, which are Clear Air Turbulence, which happens around jet streams, and the …

Singapore Airlines turbulence: In-flight service changed after man dies following extreme turbulence
10 months, 1 week ago

Singapore Airlines turbulence: In-flight service changed after man dies following extreme turbulence

The Independent  

Sign up to Simon Calder’s free travel email for expert advice and money-saving discounts Get Simon Calder’s Travel email Get Simon Calder’s Travel email SIGN UP I would like to be emailed about offers, events and updates from The Independent. Read our privacy policy The in-flight policies on Singapore Airlines planes have been updated following an incidence of extreme turbulence …

Singapore Airlines tightens cabin safety measures after turbulence killed one, injured dozens
10 months, 1 week ago

Singapore Airlines tightens cabin safety measures after turbulence killed one, injured dozens

Associated Press  

BANGKOK — Singapore Airlines said Friday it will halt meal services and get all cabin crew to buckle up when planes fly through turbulence as part of tighter cabin measures after one person died and dozens were injured on a flight from London this week. The airline said it has adopted a “more cautious approach to managing turbulence in-flight” after …

Singapore Airlines tightens cabin safety measures after turbulence killed one, injured dozens
10 months, 1 week ago

Singapore Airlines tightens cabin safety measures after turbulence killed one, injured dozens

The Independent  

For free real time breaking news alerts sent straight to your inbox sign up to our breaking news emails Sign up to our free breaking news emails Sign up to our free breaking news emails SIGN UP I would like to be emailed about offers, events and updates from The Independent. Read our privacy policy Singapore Airlines said Friday it …

Singapore Airlines horror: Passengers got spinal and brain injuries, some in ICU
10 months, 1 week ago

Singapore Airlines horror: Passengers got spinal and brain injuries, some in ICU

Hindustan Times  

Several passengers from the Singapore Airlines flight that encountered severe turbulence will require spinal surgery, a Bangkok hospital said, AP reported. Singapore Airlines horror: Passengers suffered spinal, brain and skull injuries • Nearly 60 passengers were injured when the plane hit sudden extreme turbulence at 37,000 feet over the Irrawaddy Basin. Singapore Airlines tweaks seat belt rule Singapore Airlines announced …

Singapore Air tweaks seatbelt sign policy, alters route after turbulence incident
10 months, 1 week ago

Singapore Air tweaks seatbelt sign policy, alters route after turbulence incident

Hindustan Times  

SEOUL, - Singapore Airlines has tweaked its in-flight seatbelt sign policies and altered at least one flight route after a turbulence incident this week killed one person and left dozens more hospitalised, according to the airline and flight data. Singapore Air tweaks seatbelt sign policy, alters route after turbulence incident The airline is adopting a more cautious approach to turbulence, …

Singapore Airlines tightens cabin safety measures after turbulence killed one, injured dozens
10 months, 1 week ago

Singapore Airlines tightens cabin safety measures after turbulence killed one, injured dozens

New Indian Express  

BANGKOK: Singapore Airlines said Friday it will halt meal services and get all cabin crew to buckle up when planes fly through turbulence as part of tighter cabin measures after one person died and dozens were injured on a flight from London this week. The airline said it has adopted a “more cautious approach to managing turbulence in-flight” after the …

Aircraft turbulence is worsening with climate change. Studying birds could help
10 months, 1 week ago

Aircraft turbulence is worsening with climate change. Studying birds could help

BBC  

Aircraft turbulence is worsening with climate change. Studying birds could help Getty Images The Andean condor can reach altitudes of 21,300ft Our skies are getting bumpier, making the need to understand and predict turbulence increasingly urgent. While only a few species reach the height of a cruising commercial aircraft, studying how they respond at lower altitudes could help meteorologists build …

Singapore Airlines turbulence: Many injured passengers need spinal surgery; 20 still in intensive care
10 months, 1 week ago

Singapore Airlines turbulence: Many injured passengers need spinal surgery; 20 still in intensive care

Live Mint  

As many as 20 passengers who were on board a Singapore Airlines flight that hit severe turbulence and diverted to Bangkok for an emergency landing remain in intensive care, and several of them would need spinal surgery, the director of Bangkok's Samitivej Srinakarin Hospital has said. The hospital director informed that of the 41 persons who had remained at Samitivej …

What caused severe turbulence on Singapore Airlines flight, resulting in one death? | Explainer
10 months, 1 week ago

What caused severe turbulence on Singapore Airlines flight, resulting in one death? | Explainer

ABP News  

On May 21, a Singapore Airlines flight from London to Singapore experienced severe turbulence over the Indian Ocean, resulting in the death of a 73-year-old British national and injuring several others. Tracking data captured by Flightradar24, a live flight tracker, revealed that Flight SQ321 was flying at an altitude of 37,000 feet at the time of the incident. According to …

Singapore Airlines death: Is climate change making air turbulence worse?
10 months, 1 week ago

Singapore Airlines death: Is climate change making air turbulence worse?

Al Jazeera  

Geoff Kitchen was on his way to a six-week holiday across South Asia and Australia with his wife Linda. A study from the University of Reading in England published last year found that between 1979 and 2020, clear-air turbulence rose by 55 percent over the North Atlantic, one of the world’s busiest flight routes. Under the 1999 Montreal Convention, airlines …

Singapore Airlines flight passed through dangerous 'Intertropical Convergence Zone'. What is it?
10 months, 1 week ago

Singapore Airlines flight passed through dangerous 'Intertropical Convergence Zone'. What is it?

India TV News  

Singapore: As authorities continue to investigate the Singapore Airlines flight that was hit by "sudden extreme turbulence' that left one man dead and 30 others injured, a former pilot said that the aircraft passed through an area known as the "Intertropical Convergence Zone", feared by many pilots. The Boeing 777 flight from London’s Heathrow Airport to Singapore, with 211 passengers …

View of Singapore Airline plane hit by deadly turbulence
10 months, 1 week ago

View of Singapore Airline plane hit by deadly turbulence

The Independent  

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Aviation experts to begin probe of Singapore Airlines turbulence incident that left British man dead
10 months, 1 week ago

Aviation experts to begin probe of Singapore Airlines turbulence incident that left British man dead

Hindustan Times  

BANGKOK — Aviation investigators arrived in Bangkok Wednesday to learn how and why severe turbulence sent a Singapore Airlines plane into a sudden dive that tossed passengers and crew around the cabin, leaving a British man dead and dozens others injured. Aviation experts to begin probe of Singapore Airlines turbulence incident that left British man dead Twenty people remained in …

How the climate crisis is making turbulence worse and flying more dangerous
10 months, 1 week ago

How the climate crisis is making turbulence worse and flying more dangerous

The Independent  

Sign up to the Independent Climate email for the latest advice on saving the planet Get our free Climate email Get our free Climate email SIGN UP I would like to be emailed about offers, events and updates from The Independent. Read our privacy policy The death of a 73-year-old British man on a Singapore Airlines flight has again raised …

Inside Singapore Airlines flight where horror turbulence killed Brit
10 months, 1 week ago

Inside Singapore Airlines flight where horror turbulence killed Brit

Daily Mail  

When Singapore Airlines Flight SQ321 departed on Monday night, the people on board were starting what they hoped would be a dream trip. The route is a common one, with flights making the near-11,000-mile journey safely every single day, despite skirting near active war zones and flying over some of the world's biggest mountain ranges. When the aircraft landed at …

What is clear air turbulence and how did it affect the Singapore Airlines flight?
10 months, 1 week ago

What is clear air turbulence and how did it affect the Singapore Airlines flight?

The Independent  

Sign up to Simon Calder’s free travel email for expert advice and money-saving discounts Get Simon Calder’s Travel email Get Simon Calder’s Travel email SIGN UP I would like to be emailed about offers, events and updates from The Independent. Read our privacy policy A passenger has died aboard Singapore Airlines flight SQ321 after the flight from London Heathrow to …

Singapore Airlines turbulence spotlights world’s most unstable flight routes — From Chile, to Bolivia & Japan. Details
10 months, 1 week ago

Singapore Airlines turbulence spotlights world’s most unstable flight routes — From Chile, to Bolivia & Japan. Details

Live Mint  

The deadly turbulence on a Singapore Airlines Ltd. flight on its way from London to Singapore has put a spotlight on the world’s most unstable air routes. A British man was killed and seven other people were critically injured after Singapore Air flight SQ321 encountered severe turbulence as it entered Thai airspace Tuesday, triggering an emergency landing in Bangkok. While …

Singapore Airlines flight horror: 3 Indians among passengers hit by plane turbulence
10 months, 1 week ago

Singapore Airlines flight horror: 3 Indians among passengers hit by plane turbulence

Hindustan Times  

A Singapore Airlines flight experienced severe turbulence over the Indian Ocean, causing it to descend 1,800 meters in three minutes, the airline reported on Tuesday. Most passengers were from Australia According to the carrier, the nationalities of the passengers are as follows: 56 from Australia, 2 from Canada, 1 from Germany, 3 from India, 2 from Indonesia, 1 from Iceland, …

‘Sheer terror’: Air passengers discuss fierce turbulence that sent 20 to ICU
10 months, 1 week ago

‘Sheer terror’: Air passengers discuss fierce turbulence that sent 20 to ICU

LA Times  

Singapore Airlines’ Boeing 777-300ER aircraft is parked at Bangkok’s Suvarnabhumi International Airport, where it landed after its scheduled London-to-Singapore flight encountered severe turbulence. Passengers on the Singapore Airlines flight that descended sharply after hitting severe turbulence described the “sheer terror” of the aircraft shuddering, loose items flying and people wrenched so badly that 20 remained Wednesday in intensive care. He …

What causes turbulence and how often is it as severe as the Singapore Airlines flight?
10 months, 1 week ago

What causes turbulence and how often is it as severe as the Singapore Airlines flight?

ABC  

One passenger died of a heart attack and 30 more were injured when Singapore Airlines flight SQ321 hit severe turbulence early on Wednesday morning. Cabin service may be conducted, and there may be little to no difficulty walking Moderate chop: Rapid bumps or jolts without appreciable changes in aircraft altitude or attitude Moderate turbulence: Changes in aircraft altitude and/or attitude …

Passengers recount 'absolutely terrible' scenes during turbulence on Singapore Airlines flight
10 months, 1 week ago

Passengers recount 'absolutely terrible' scenes during turbulence on Singapore Airlines flight

ABC  

In short: Passengers on board the Singapore Airlines flight that made an emergency landing in Bangkok said the ordeal was terrifying. Passengers on board the Singapore Airlines flight that made an emergency landing in Bangkok said the ordeal was terrifying. Passengers have described the terror they felt on board a Singapore Airlines flight from London to Singapore when it hit …

What is in-flight turbulence, and when does it become dangerous for passengers and crews?
10 months, 1 week ago

What is in-flight turbulence, and when does it become dangerous for passengers and crews?

Associated Press  

NEW YORK — The death of a British man and injuries impacting dozens of other people aboard a Singapore Airlines flight that hit severe turbulence Tuesday highlighted the potential dangers of flying through unstable air. Guinn, of Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University, explains that some predict climate change could alter the jet stream and up the wind shear, which would consequently drive …

The science behind turbulence after horror Singapore Airlines flight
10 months, 1 week ago

The science behind turbulence after horror Singapore Airlines flight

Daily Mail  

Turbulence is the bane of any long-haul flight, but this natural phenomenon can be far more than simply annoying. Today, one passenger was killed and multiple others were injured when a Singapore Airways flight encountered particularly extreme turbulence. Worryingly, as climate change continues to alter weather patterns, researchers warn that severe turbulence may become much more common. In a statement …

Student, 28, recalls horror on Singapore Airlines: 'Aircraft was shaking, people hit their heads, lights broke out'
10 months, 1 week ago

Student, 28, recalls horror on Singapore Airlines: 'Aircraft was shaking, people hit their heads, lights broke out'

Hindustan Times  

After 30 people were injured and one died during the severe turbulence on a Singapore Airlines flight today, May 21, a 28-year-old student recounted the horror that he and other passengers faced. A Singapore Airlines flight was going from London to Singapore when it was hit by severe turbulence. "Suddenly the aircraft starts tilting up and there was shaking so …

Dramatic pictures reveal chaos on Singapore Airlines plane after turbulence killed British passenger
10 months, 1 week ago

Dramatic pictures reveal chaos on Singapore Airlines plane after turbulence killed British passenger

The Independent  

For free real time breaking news alerts sent straight to your inbox sign up to our breaking news emails Sign up to our free breaking news emails Sign up to our free breaking news emails SIGN UP I would like to be emailed about offers, events and updates from The Independent. Read our privacy policy Dramatic pictures shared on social …

Singapore Airlines flight horror: The science behind turbulence - as a passenger is killed and multiple others injured on a UK flight to Singapore
10 months, 1 week ago

Singapore Airlines flight horror: The science behind turbulence - as a passenger is killed and multiple others injured on a UK flight to Singapore

Daily Mail  

Turbulence is the bane of any long-haul flight, but this natural phenomenon can be far more than simply annoying. Today, one passenger was killed and multiple others were injured when a Singapore Airways flight encountered particularly extreme turbulence. Turbulence is the bane of any long-haul flight, but this natural phenomenon can be far more than simply annoying Today, one passenger …

Singapore Airlines crew were 'stoic, did everything they could': Passenger on turbulence nightmare at 37,000 feet
10 months, 1 week ago

Singapore Airlines crew were 'stoic, did everything they could': Passenger on turbulence nightmare at 37,000 feet

Hindustan Times  

A passenger on the Singapore Airlines flight from London that hit severe turbulence on Tuesday recalled the horror the passengers and the crew went through during the extreme weather. The Boeing 777-300ER aircraft of Singapore Airlines, from London is seen on tarmac after requesting an emergency landing at Bangkok's Suvarnabhumi International airport, A male passenger was killed and 30 injured, …

Singapore Airlines flight dropped 6,000 feet in turbulence horror that left 1 dead, several injured
10 months, 1 week ago

Singapore Airlines flight dropped 6,000 feet in turbulence horror that left 1 dead, several injured

Hindustan Times  

A Singapore Airlines flight going from London to Singapore underwent severe turbulence due to bad weather conditions. A Singapore Airlines flight was going from London to Singapore. Due to the extreme turbulence, the flight was required to make an emergency landing at Suvarnabhumi Airport Bangkok at 3:45pm local time. Thai immigration police stated that medical staff boarded the plane to …

1 dead, 30 injured as severe turbulence hits Singapore Airlines flight
10 months, 1 week ago

1 dead, 30 injured as severe turbulence hits Singapore Airlines flight

Live Mint  

A Singapore Airlines flight made an emergency landing at Bangkok's Suvarnabhumi airport on Tuesday due to severe turbulence. “Singapore Airlines flight #SQ321, operating from London to Singapore on 20 May 2024, encountered severe turbulence en-route. The Singapore Airlines took to social media platforms to share its hotline numbers for “relatives seeking information”. “Following tonight's event on Flight 1282, we have …

1 Dead After Singapore Airlines Flight Suffers Severe Mid-Air Turbulence, 3 Indians Among 70 Injured
10 months, 1 week ago

1 Dead After Singapore Airlines Flight Suffers Severe Mid-Air Turbulence, 3 Indians Among 70 Injured

News 18  

A 73-year-old British man died and more than 70 other passengers were injured when a Singapore Airlines flight from London was struck by severe turbulence and plunged 6,000 feet in the span of some a few minutes Tuesday over the Indian Ocean. The Boeing 777-300ER flight from London’s Heathrow airport to Singapore, with 211 passengers and 18 crew members aboard, …

1 dead, many injured in severe turbulence on Singapore Airlines flight from London
10 months, 1 week ago

1 dead, many injured in severe turbulence on Singapore Airlines flight from London

Hindustan Times  

One person died and several sustained injuries after a Singapore Airlines flight from London to Singapore encountered severe turbulence due to bad weather conditions. Singapore Airlines confirmed in a Facebook post that its flight SQ321 was en route from Heathrow Airport to Singapore when it experienced severe turbulence, forcing an emergency landing at Bangkok's Suvarnabhumi Airport at 3:45pm local time. …

Severe turbulence during Singapore Airlines flight leaves several people badly injured. One man died
10 months, 1 week ago

Severe turbulence during Singapore Airlines flight leaves several people badly injured. One man died

Associated Press  

BANGKOK — A Singapore Airlines flight hit severe turbulence over the Indian Ocean and descended 6,000 feet in about three minutes, the carrier said Tuesday. The Boeing 777 flight from London’s Heathrow airport to Singapore, with 211 passengers and 18 crew members aboard, was diverted and landed in stormy weather in Bangkok. Singapore Transport Minister Chee Hong Tat in a …

One dead as Singapore Airlines flight from London hit by severe turbulence
10 months, 1 week ago

One dead as Singapore Airlines flight from London hit by severe turbulence

Al Jazeera  

There were 211 passengers on board the Boeing 777-300ER, which made an emergency landing in Bangkok. One person has died and dozens of others were injured after a Singapore Airlines flight from London to Singapore was hit by severe turbulence, officials and the airline said. The flight fell into an air pocket while cabin crew were serving breakfast before it …

One dead and at least 71 injured after severe turbulence hits Singapore Airlines flight
10 months, 1 week ago

One dead and at least 71 injured after severe turbulence hits Singapore Airlines flight

CNN  

Bangkok, Thailand CNN — One passenger died and 71 people were injured when their Singapore Airlines flight from London to Singapore encountered severe turbulence Tuesday, throwing passengers and crew around the cabin and forcing the plane to make an emergency landing in Bangkok. “Lots of people needed some help but we tended to this gentleman and I helped carry him, …

Severe turbulence on Emirates flight injures 14 passengers
1 year, 3 months ago

Severe turbulence on Emirates flight injures 14 passengers

The Independent  

Sign up to Simon Calder’s free travel email for expert advice and money-saving discounts Get Simon Calder’s Travel email Get Simon Calder’s Travel email SIGN UP I would like to be emailed about offers, events and updates from The Independent. The Federal Aviation Administration defines clear-air turbulence as “sudden severe turbulence occurring in cloudless regions that causes violent buffeting of …

Bumpy ride? Everything you need to know about clear-air turbulence after British Airways’ emergency landing
1 year, 9 months ago

Bumpy ride? Everything you need to know about clear-air turbulence after British Airways’ emergency landing

The Independent  

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