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5 more SQ321 passengers return to S’pore, SIA extending support to families & loved ones

5 more SQ321 passengers return to Singapore

On Wednesday (22 May), five more passengers on board the Singapore Airlines (SIA) flight SQ321 returned to Singapore.

The Singapore-bound flight from London, however, experienced severe turbulence en-route, resulting in one fatality and multiple injuries.

The Boeing 777-300ER aircraft eventually made an emergency landing at Bangkok’s Suvarnabhumi Airport.

SIA highlighted that it is in touch with the family members and loved ones of the affected individuals to provide support and updates.

1 crew member to return to Singapore on 23 May

In an update on Wednesday (22 May) evening, SIA confirmed that five more passengers would be returning to Singapore later that day.

SIA reported that 74 passengers and six crew members remain in Bangkok.

These figures include individuals who are receiving medical attention there, as well as their family members and loved ones who were on the same flight.

Additionally, there are arrangements for one crew member to return to Singapore today (23 May).

SIA extends support to family & loved ones of affected individuals on SQ321

SIA’s chairman, Mr Peter Seah, expressed condolences to the family and loved ones of the passenger who died on the aircraft.

 

The deceased has been identified as Mr Geoffrey Kitchen — a 73-year-old British man.

Source: Geoff Kitchen on Facebook

According to Mr Kittipong Kittikachorn, Suvarnabhumi Airport’s general manager, Mr Kitchen likely died from cardiac arrest.

He reportedly also had prior medical conditions, which included heart problems.

“I assure all passengers and crew members who were on board the aircraft that we are committed to supporting them during this difficult time,” Mr Seah said.

Also read: 73-year-old British man identified as passenger who died on SIA flight that encountered turbulence

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