What caused severe turbulence on Singapore Airlines flight, resulting in one death? | Explainer
7 months 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 the National Transportation Safety Board, the United States experienced more than one-third of all airline turbulence incidents from 2009 through 2018, resulting in one or more serious injuries without causing any damage to the planes. Between 2009 and 2022, 163 people were seriously injured and required at least two days of hospital treatment, according to the figures.

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Lufthansa flight to Frankfurt hit by severe turbulence, 11 injured
Top News
1 month, 1 week ago

Lufthansa flight to Frankfurt hit by severe turbulence, 11 injured

Hindustan Times  

Eleven people were injured when a Lufthansa flight from Buenos Aires to Frankfurt hit severe turbulence while travelling over the Atlantic, Reuters reported, citing the airlines. "Unfortunately, five passengers and six crew members suffered mostly minor injuries," a Lufthansa spokesperson told Reuters in an email. Several other passengers and crew suffered skull, brain and spine injuries when the plane hit …

On Air Europa flight, man stuck in overhead bin during turbulence; 40 injured | Video
5 months, 3 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 …

Korean Air flight drops almost 27,000ft in 15 minutes injuring 17 people
5 months, 4 weeks ago

Korean Air flight drops almost 27,000ft in 15 minutes injuring 17 people

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 Korean Air flight had to be diverted due to a severe fault on Saturday after …

Singapore Airlines offers compensation to passengers on flight that hit extreme turbulence
6 months, 2 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 offers compensation to passengers hurt by turbulence
6 months, 2 weeks ago

Singapore Airlines offers compensation to passengers hurt by turbulence

Al Jazeera  

Airline offers $10,000 to passengers with minor injuries, invites seriously hurt to discuss compensation offer. Singapore Airlines has offered monetary compensation to passengers who were injured during a bout of extreme turbulence that killed one passenger and left dozens of others hospitalised. Passengers who suffered minor injuries have been offered $10,000, while those who were more seriously hurt have been …

Singapore Airlines turbulence incident, and other unexpected pitch-downs, raise questions about how to stay safe when going to the bathroom
6 months, 2 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 …

Probe finds Singapore Airlines plane fell 178 feet in 5 seconds leaving passengers ‘airborne’
6 months, 3 weeks ago

Probe finds Singapore Airlines plane fell 178 feet in 5 seconds leaving passengers ‘airborne’

The Hindu  

The Singapore Airline’s flight caught in severe turbulence last week dropped 178 feet in less than 5 seconds, Singapore’s Transport Safety Investigation Bureau has found in its preliminary investigation. The sudden drop in altitude “likely caused the injuries to the crew and passengers” onboard the Boeing 777-300ER aircraft that was heading from London to Singapore, the TSIB said in a …

Singapore Airlines jet endured huge swings in gravitational force during turbulence, report says
6 months, 3 weeks 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 …

Singapore airlines flight turbulence: Probe finds 178ft drop in five seconds likely caused injuries
6 months, 3 weeks ago

Singapore airlines flight turbulence: Probe finds 178ft drop in five seconds likely caused injuries

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 Passengers on Singapore Airlines flight SQ321 endured 19 seconds of extreme turbulence that included a drop …

REVEALED! What causes Singapore Airlines flight sharp altitude drop while cruising at its top speed I DETAILS
6 months, 3 weeks ago

REVEALED! What causes Singapore Airlines flight sharp altitude drop while cruising at its top speed I DETAILS

India TV News  

Preliminary findings released on Wednesday of an investigation into a Singapore Airlines flight hit by severe turbulence last week showed that a rapid change in gravitational force and a 54-metre altitude drop caused injuries. Singapore Airlines flight investigation report The May 21 flight on a Boeing plane carrying 211 passengers and 18 crew diverted to Bangkok for an emergency landing …

G-force changes likely cause of Singapore flight injuries, probe finds
6 months, 3 weeks ago

G-force changes likely cause of Singapore flight injuries, probe finds

Al Jazeera  

Dozens of passengers suffered injuries on a Singapore Airlines flight due to “rapid changes” in gravitational force and a 54-metre altitude drop, a preliminary investigation has found. A 73-year-old British man died of a suspected heart attack and dozens of passengers were injured last week when Singapore Airlines flight SQ321 was buffeted by severe turbulence, forcing the plane to make …

Singapore Airlines horror: How gravitational force and autopilot create massive turbulence I INSIGHTS
6 months, 3 weeks 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 …

Qatar Airways flight suffers turbulence, at least 12 injured
6 months, 4 weeks ago

Qatar Airways flight suffers turbulence, at least 12 injured

The Hindu  

Twelve people were injured during turbulence on a Qatar Airways flight from Doha to Ireland that landed safely on May 26, Dublin airport authorities said. The incident comes a week after a passenger died and dozens were injured when a Singapore Airlines flight from London hit severe turbulence and was diverted to Bangkok. Six passengers and six crew members suffered …

Why was Singapore flight turbulence severe? | Explained
6 months, 4 weeks 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 Airline passengers endured 62 seconds of extreme turbulence on May 21 London-Singapore flight
6 months, 4 weeks ago

Singapore Airline passengers endured 62 seconds of extreme turbulence on May 21 London-Singapore flight

The Hindu  

The Singapore Airlines Flight SQ321 that was rocked by severe turbulence on May 21 climbed and descended rapidly twice in 62 seconds, stunning the passengers with one dying of heart attack, as the aircraft flew over the Irrawaddy Delta region of Myanmar, it emerged on May 25. Granular flight data from flight tracking website Flightradar24 shows that the Boeing 777-300ER …

Singaporean investigators analyse recorders from turbulence-hit flight
7 months ago

Singaporean investigators analyse recorders from turbulence-hit flight

The Hindu  

Singaporean investigators are analysing a cockpit voice recorder and a flight data recorder after one passenger died and more than 100 were injured when a Singapore Airlines plane hit severe turbulence this week, the country's transport minister said on Friday. Passengers and crew aboard flight SQ321 suffered skull, brain and spine injuries when they were thrown violently around the cabin …

Singapore Airlines tightens cabin safety measures after turbulence killed one, injured dozens
7 months 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 horror: Passengers got spinal and brain injuries, some in ICU
7 months 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 Airlines: 22 passengers suffer spinal cord injuries after flight encounters severe turbulence
7 months ago

Singapore Airlines: 22 passengers suffer spinal cord injuries after flight encounters severe 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 As many as 40 passengers …

Singapore Air tweaks seatbelt sign policy, alters route after turbulence incident
7 months 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 turbulence: 22 passengers suffered spinal cord injuries, 6 had head trauma
7 months ago

Singapore Airlines turbulence: 22 passengers suffered spinal cord injuries, 6 had head trauma

The Hindu  

Twenty-two passengers from a Singapore Airlines flight that was hit by turbulence on May 21, have spinal cord injuries and six have brain and skull injuries, according to media reports. The pilot diverted the Boeing 777-300ER carrying 211 passengers and 18 crew members to Bangkok’s Suvarnabhumi Airport at 3.45pm, making an emergency landing. It added that SIA chief executive Goh …

Singapore Airlines changes seatbelt rules, route after fatal turbulence
7 months ago

Singapore Airlines changes seatbelt rules, route after fatal turbulence

Al Jazeera  

Airline says it has adopted ‘more cautious approach’ after incident that killed one person and injured dozens. Singapore Airlines has changed its seat belt rules and altered at least one flight route after a bout of extreme turbulence killed one passenger and left dozens of others hospitalised. Following the incident, Singapore’s flag carrier has adopted “a more cautious approach to …

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

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

Many passengers injured on Singapore Airlines turbulence flight require spinal surgery and six others have brain injuries, Bangkok hospital reveals
7 months ago

Many passengers injured on Singapore Airlines turbulence flight require spinal surgery and six others have brain injuries, Bangkok hospital reveals

Daily Mail  

The brutal turbulence that befell a Singapore Airlines flight on Tuesday morning left 22 passengers with considerable spinal cord injuries and six with brain and skull injuries, hospital officials decalred today. Australian citizen Keith Davies suffered several injuries on the flight, while his British wife Kerry remains in intensive care The interior of Singapore Airlines flight SQ321 is pictured after …

Singapore Airlines: Several injured passengers on turbulence-hit flight need spinal surgery, hospital says
7 months ago

Singapore Airlines: Several injured passengers on turbulence-hit flight need spinal surgery, hospital says

Associated Press  

BANGKOK — Several of the more seriously injured people who were on the Singapore Airlines flight that hit severe turbulence earlier this week will need spinal surgery, a Bangkok hospital said Thursday. Twenty people remained in intensive care and a 73-year-old British man died after the Boeing 777, which was flying from London’s Heathrow airport to Singapore on Tuesday, ran …

Six Brits on Singapore Airlines flight still fighting for their lives as survivors describe ‘sheer terror’
7 months ago

Six Brits on Singapore Airlines flight still fighting for their lives as survivors describe ‘sheer terror’

The Independent  

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

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

Several injured passengers on turbulence-hit Singapore flight need spinal surgery, hospital says
7 months ago

Several injured passengers on turbulence-hit Singapore flight need spinal surgery, hospital says

LA Times  

An Australian passenger who was injured on a flight that was battered by severe turbulence, talks to reporters Thursday at Samitivej Srinakarin Hospital in Bangkok. Several of the more seriously injured people who were on the Singapore Airlines flight that hit severe turbulence earlier this week will need spinal surgery, a Bangkok hospital said Thursday. Among some 41 persons who …

Three minutes of terror in the skies: Interactive flight map shows how Singapore Airlines jet plummeted 6,000ft in 180 horrifying seconds after hitting turbulence and air pocket over Andaman Sea
7 months ago

Three minutes of terror in the skies: Interactive flight map shows how Singapore Airlines jet plummeted 6,000ft in 180 horrifying seconds after hitting turbulence and air pocket over Andaman Sea

Daily Mail  

Passengers travelling on Singapore Airlines flight SQ321 from Heathrow awoke on Tuesday morning to enjoy a leisurely breakfast, totally oblivious to the horror about to unfold. In pictures of the aftermath, one air stewardess was seen with blood over her face The interior of Singapore Airline flight SG321 is pictured after emergency landing The interior of Singapore Airlines flight SG321 …

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

'I froze with terror after being smashed into the ceiling on Singapore Airlines flight - it was the most frightening moment of my life': Brit relives turbulence hell that claimed one life and left six
7 months ago

'I froze with terror after being smashed into the ceiling on Singapore Airlines flight - it was the most frightening moment of my life': Brit relives turbulence hell that claimed one life and left six

Daily Mail  

A British student has revealed how she 'froze with terror' after being catapulted out of her seat on an ill-fated Singapore Airlines flight that hit severe turbulence. Thai rescuers hurriedly carry out severely injured passengers on stretchers Thai emergency services lift a man on a stretcher above the heads of injured passengers Passengers of Singapore Airlines flight SQ321, which made …

The Singapore Airlines turbulence is the latest controversy to strike Boeing 777: A complete timeline of when the plane put passenger lives at risk
7 months ago

The Singapore Airlines turbulence is the latest controversy to strike Boeing 777: A complete timeline of when the plane put passenger lives at risk

Daily Mail  

The Singapore Airline turbulence disaster which resulted in the death of a British grandfather and dozens of injuries is the latest in a string of incidents affecting passengers on Boeing's 777 jets. Pictured: The plane and ambulances are seen on the tarmac at Suvarnabhumi International Airport in Bangkok Geoffrey Kitchen, 73, has been identified as the British passenger who died …

Passengers describe turbulence-hit Singapore Airlines flight
7 months ago

Passengers describe turbulence-hit Singapore Airlines flight

Associated Press  

BANGKOK — 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 said it could have been “way worse.” The British man said he was so scared that he bought in-flight internet access …

Inside Singapore Airlines flight where horror turbulence killed Brit
7 months 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?
7 months 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 …

Brit grandfather, 73, who died in turbulence on Singapore Airlines flight was on 'last big holiday' with his wife and spent the last weekend with his grandchildren before six-week 'trip of a lifetime'
7 months ago

Brit grandfather, 73, who died in turbulence on Singapore Airlines flight was on 'last big holiday' with his wife and spent the last weekend with his grandchildren before six-week 'trip of a lifetime'

Daily Mail  

A beloved British grandfather who died aged 73 after severe turbulence on a Singapore Airlines flight from Heathrow Airport was on his 'last big holiday' with his wife, who remains in hospital. Geoff Kitchen, 73, suffered a suspected heart attack on the flight, according to a spokesman for Bangkok's Suvarnabhumi Airport, where the plane was diverted and forced to make …

Singapore Airlines: 3 Indians among passengers aboard flight hit by ‘sudden extreme turbulence’
7 months ago

Singapore Airlines: 3 Indians among passengers aboard flight hit by ‘sudden extreme turbulence’

Live Mint  

Three Indian nationals were among the 229 passengers on board a Singapore Airlines flight that experienced "sudden extreme turbulence" over the Irrawaddy Basin at 37,000 feet, the airline confirmed on Tuesday. Singapore Airlines flight SQ321, operating from London to Singapore on May 20 encountered “sudden extreme turbulence over the Irrawaddy Basin at 37,000 feet about 10 hours after departure,” the …

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

Most of passengers from battered Singapore Airlines jetliner arrive in Singapore from Bangkok
7 months ago

Most of passengers from battered Singapore Airlines jetliner arrive in Singapore from Bangkok

Associated Press  

BANGKOK — Singapore Airlines said a relief plane flew into Singapore early Wednesday morning with most of the passengers who were on a flight that was battered by severe turbulence over the Indian Ocean and had to make an emergency landing in Bangkok after one man died and dozens of people were injured. The airline’s CEO, Goh Choon Phong, said …

Singapore Airlines death: Briton describes screams and lacerations on chaotic flight that plunged 6,000ft in fatal turbulence
7 months ago

Singapore Airlines death: Briton describes screams and lacerations on chaotic flight that plunged 6,000ft in fatal turbulence

The Independent  

Get the free Morning Headlines email for news from our reporters across the world Sign up to our free Morning Headlines email Sign up to our free Morning Headlines email SIGN UP I would like to be emailed about offers, events and updates from The Independent. open image in gallery Andrew Davies describes experience from holding pen in Bangkok Passenger …

Singapore Airlines flight case: Singapore Airlines cooperating with authorities in probing severe flight turbulence incident
7 months ago

Singapore Airlines flight case: Singapore Airlines cooperating with authorities in probing severe flight turbulence incident

The Hindu  

Singapore Airlines on May 22 said it is fully cooperating with relevant authorities in the investigation into the London to Singapore flight which encountered severe turbulence, leading to the death of one passenger and injuring 30 others. Passengers have been receiving treatment for their injuries in hospitals in Bangkok after the Singapore Airlines flight SQ321, operating from London to Singapore …

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

Passengers recount 'absolutely terrible' scenes during turbulence on Singapore Airlines flight
7 months 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 causes turbulence and how often is it as severe as the Singapore Airlines flight?
7 months 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 …

Pictured: British musical theatre director, 73, killed during Singapore Airlines flight from UK - as passengers' emotional texts sent to loved ones back home during deadly turbulence are revealed
7 months ago

Pictured: British musical theatre director, 73, killed during Singapore Airlines flight from UK - as passengers' emotional texts sent to loved ones back home during deadly turbulence are revealed

Daily Mail  

The British passenger who died onboard a Singapore Airlines jet travelling from the UK has been named as Geoffrey Kitchen, a 73-year-old musical theatre director from Gloucestershire. Pictured: The plane and ambulances are seen on the tarmac at Suvarnabhumi International Airport in Bangkok today Passengers said Thai emergency services worked quickly to help those on board after the plane made …

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