Brief by Shorts91 Newsdesk / 03:50pm on 21 May 2024,Tuesday International
A Singapore Airlines flight from London to Singapore encountered severe turbulence, resulting in the death of a 73-year-old British passenger and injuries to 30 others. The Boeing 777-300 ER, carrying 211 passengers and 18 crew members, was diverted to Bangkok's Suvarnabhumi International Airport, landing at 3:45 pm local time on Tuesday. The incident occurred during breakfast service, causing the plane to fall into an air pocket. Seven passengers sustained critical head injuries. Singapore Airlines expressed condolences and is coordinating with Thai authorities to provide medical assistance and support to affected passengers and crew.
