A Singapore Airlines flight from London to Singapore recently faced severe turbulence over Myanmar, resulting in the tragic death of a passenger who suffered a heart attack.

The incident unfolded about 10 hours into the flight, with turbulence shaking the aircraft and leaving several passengers injured. The crew diverted the flight to Bangkok, where it made an emergency landing for medical support.

Passengers reported intense shaking as the plane navigated the turbulence, underscoring the unpredictable nature of air travel and the importance of wearing seatbelts during flights.

The cabin crew acted swiftly, ensuring injured passengers received immediate assistance, while emergency responders were prepared upon landing.

Turbulence is a common phenomenon during flights, often caused by weather conditions, jet streams, or sudden changes in air pressure. While most turbulence is mild, this incident highlights that severe episodes can still occur unexpectedly.

Following the emergency landing, medical teams in Bangkok attended to the injured passengers, and arrangements were made for them to resume their journey. The incident has sparked discussions on air travel safety, particularly around the value of wearing seatbelts throughout a flight, even when the seatbelt sign is off.