Man died after 'severe turbulence' on Singapore Airlines flight
Summary
A man died after severe turbulence caused a Singapore Airlines flight to drop about 6,000 feet on a trip from London to Southeast Asia. His wife, who was also injured, has started legal action against the airline seeking compensation for her injuries and support.Key Facts
- The incident happened in May 2024 on a Singapore Airlines flight from London Heathrow.
- The plane experienced severe turbulence over Myanmar, causing it to suddenly drop around 6,000 feet.
- Geoff Kitchen, 73, suffered fatal injuries and later died, possibly from a heart attack caused by the drop.
- Linda Kitchen, 74, was injured, including a broken back, and has begun legal proceedings against the airline.
- The flight made an emergency landing in Bangkok, Thailand.
- Oxygen masks were deployed during the turbulence, and a doctor on board attempted CPR on Geoff.
- Linda spent 10 days in hospital abroad and additional time in the UK recovering.
- The legal action aims to prompt a full investigation and get answers about the incident.
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