– British man death on Singapore Airlines flight
– British man deceased Singapore Airlines plane.
Accident – Death – Obituary News :
BANGKOK, Thailand (NewsNation) — The tragic incident on a Singapore Airlines flight that resulted in the death of a 73-year-old man has left passengers and crew in shock. The passenger, identified as Geoff Kitchen, was a respected member of the Thornbury Musical Theatre Group.
Geoff Kitchen’s untimely passing during the flight’s severe turbulence has deeply saddened the theater group, as he was known for his dedication and integrity in serving the community for over 35 years. The group expressed their condolences to his wife and family, requesting privacy during this difficult time.
Suvarnabhumi Airport General Manager Kittipong Kittikachorn confirmed that Kitchen likely suffered a heart attack during the turbulent incident.
Details of the Incident
Flight SQ321 encountered sudden extreme turbulence over the Irrawaddy Basin at 37,000 feet, leading to a rapid drop in altitude. The airline attributed the turbulence to severe tropical thunderstorms in the region, forcing an emergency landing approximately 10 hours after takeoff.
Tragically, Geoff Kitchen lost his life in the incident, while over 70 other passengers sustained injuries. The flight, carrying 211 passengers and 18 crew members, had a diverse mix of nationalities on board.
The list of passenger nationalities included individuals from Australia, Canada, Germany, India, Indonesia, Iceland, Ireland, Israel, Malaysia, Myanmar, New Zealand, the Philippines, Singapore, South Korea, Spain, the United Kingdom, and the United States.
Eyewitness Accounts
Passengers recalled the harrowing moments during the turbulence, with the cabin crew abruptly halting meal service and the plane plummeting 6,000 feet within seconds. Objects and belongings were thrown around the cabin, creating a chaotic scene.
Andrew Davies, a passenger on the flight, described the experience as surreal, with items flying through the cabin. He expressed sympathy for the passenger who lost his life and his family, acknowledging the trauma of the incident.
Singapore Airlines confirmed that the pilot declared a medical emergency and diverted the aircraft to Bangkok for immediate assistance.
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– British man died Singapore Airlines flight
– British man identified Singapore Airlines flight.
