At least one person has died, and several others were injured when a Singapore Airlines flight from London to Singapore encountered severe turbulence, the airline confirmed in a statement on Tuesday.
Incident Details
The flight, which was en route from London to Singapore, was diverted to Bangkok, Thailand, due to the turbulence. The Boeing 777-300ER landed safely in Bangkok at 3:45 p.m. local time (4:45 a.m. ET), according to the statement published on Facebook.
The airline confirmed that there were 211 passengers and 18 crew members on board. While the statement acknowledged injuries among the passengers, it did not specify the number or the severity of the injuries.
Airline Response
Singapore Airlines expressed its deepest condolences to the family of the deceased and assured that it is working closely with Thai authorities to provide the necessary medical assistance. The airline also mentioned that a team from the company is being sent to Bangkok to assist with the situation.
Ongoing Investigation
Further details about the cause of the severe turbulence and the specifics of the injuries are yet to be disclosed. Singapore Airlines has committed to cooperating fully with the relevant authorities to investigate the incident and ensure the safety and well-being of all passengers and crew involved.