British Passenger Killed in Turbulence on Singapore Airlines Flight

In a tragic turn of events, a passenger has lost their life and 30 others have been injured due to severe turbulence on a Singapore Airlines flight from London to Singapore. The incident occurred on flight SQ321, which departed from Heathrow Airport in London and was en route to Singapore.

The Boeing 777-300 ER aircraft encountered severe turbulence mid-flight, leading to a chaotic and frightening experience for the 211 passengers and 18 crew members on board. The turbulence was so severe that the pilots were forced to make an emergency landing at Bangkok’s Suvarnabhumi International Airport.

Tragically, a 73-year-old British man lost his life during the incident, likely due to a heart attack. Seven other passengers sustained critical injuries, including head injuries, as a result of the turbulence.

Singapore Airlines has expressed their condolences to the family of the deceased passenger and stated that their priority is to provide assistance to all those affected by the incident. They are working closely with local authorities in Thailand to ensure that the injured receive the necessary medical attention.

Experts have noted that incidents of this nature often occur when passengers are not wearing their seatbelts and pilots are unable to provide advanced warning due to limited information from the weather radar. Passengers can be thrown around the cabin during turbulence, leading to serious injuries.

This tragic event serves as a reminder of the importance of following safety protocols while flying and the unpredictable nature of air travel.