A passenger on a flight from London has been killed by turbulence.
Another 30 passengers are said to have been taken to hospital following the incident. The flight from the British capital to Singapore occurred onboard a Singapore Airlines flight.
The Boeing 777 operating under the code flight SQ321 is understood to have lifted off from the UK at 10.17pm last night (May 20). The region around its destination is currently experiencing severe tropical storms.
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the incident is understood to have seen the flight rediverted to Suvarnabhumi International Airport in Bangkok. It is understood to have touched down at around 4pm local time.
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The plane was due to be at Singapore Changi Airport at 6:10 pm local time. Following its touchdown in Bangkok, images soon emerged of the jet on the tarmac surrounded by ambulances.
In a formal statement on Facebook, Singapore Airlines said: “Singapore Airlines flight #SQ321, operating from London (Heathrow) to Singapore on 20 May 2024, encountered severe turbulence en-route. The aircraft diverted to Bangkok and landed at 1545hrs local time on 21 May 2024.
“We can confirm that there are injuries and one fatality on board the Boeing 777-300ER. There were a total of 211 passengers and 18 crew on board.
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“Singapore Airlines offers its deepest condolences to the family of the deceased.
“Our priority is to provide all possible assistance to all passengers and crew on board the aircraft. We are working with the local authorities in Thailand to provide the necessary medical assistance, and sending a team to Bangkok to provide any additional assistance needed.
“We will provide regular updates on our Facebook and X accounts.”
The Daily Star has contacted Singapore Airlines for comment.
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