Person dies after London flight to Singapore hit by severe turbulence
Last updated 21st May 2024
A passenger's been killed and more than 30 others injured on a flight from London to Singapore after the aeroplane was hit by severe turbulence.
The aircraft, a Boeing 777, was carrying more than two hundred passengers and 18 crew according to the airline
After leaving Heathrow it was diverted to Bangkok and landed just before 4pm local time
In a statement Singapore Airlines says it offers its deepest condolences to the family of the deceased.
"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.
"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."
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