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Singapore Airlines Flight Plummets 178 Feet in Severe Turbulence

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Source: The New York Times
Singapore Airlines Flight Plummets 178 Feet in Severe Turbulence
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A Singapore Airlines flight from London to Singapore encountered severe turbulence over Myanmar, causing the plane to drop 178 feet in under five seconds. The incident resulted in the death of a 73-year-old British man and injuries to 71 others. The plane was diverted to Thailand, where it landed safely. Singapore's Transport Ministry released a preliminary report detailing the sudden changes in altitude and airspeed that led to the injuries.

Topics:worldasia-pacific#asia-pacific#aviation-safety#fatality#injuries#singapore-airlines#turbulence
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  1. Singapore Airlines Flight Fell 178 Feet in Under 5 Seconds  The New York Times
  2. Singapore Airlines jet endured huge swings in gravitational force during turbulence, report says  The Associated Press
  3. Singapore Airlines plane dropped 54 metres in seconds, flight data shows  The Guardian
  4. Singapore Airlines flight that hit deadly turbulence fell 178 feet in 4.6 seconds  Fox Business
  5. Singapore Airlines Pilots Turned On Seatbelt Sign During Turbulence  Forbes

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