A severe turbulence incident occurred on a Singapore Airlines flight from London to Singapore, resulting in the death of an elderly British man and several other passengers being injured. The victim was identified as the deceased man, who is believed to have died from a heart attack. His wife was among the seven people seriously injured and has been taken to the hospital for treatment.
The flight, operated by Singapore Airlines, encountered turbulence and was forced to divert its route, landing in Bangkok at 15:45 local time (08:45 GMT). The airline has expressed their deepest condolences to the family of the deceased passenger and is cooperating with authorities in the aftermath of the tragic incident.
Passengers on the flight were shocked by this news, as were members of the airline industry. Investigations will likely be carried out to determine the cause of the severe turbulence that led to the unfortunate death and injuries on board the plane. Safety remains a top priority for airlines, and incidents like these serve as a reminder to always be prepared for unexpected situations during flights.