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Turbulence-hit Singapore Airlines flight fell 54 meters in less than five seconds, investigation finds - TL;DR CNBC

Turbulence-hit Singapore Airlines flight fell 54 meters in less than five seconds, investigation finds

Publishing timestamp: 2024-05-29 09:21:24


Summary

A Singapore Airlines flight from London to Singapore encountered severe turbulence, dropping 54 meters in less than five seconds. One person died and many were injured. The Transport Safety Investigation Bureau of Singapore attributed injuries to sharp altitude drops and changes in gravitational forces. Singapore Airlines has adapted its seat belt policy and changed flight routes to avoid turbulence-prone areas.


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Source: https://www.cnbc.com/2024/05/29/sq321-singapore-airlines-flight-fell-54-meters-in-less-than-five-seconds.html


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