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Singapore Airlines Flight Encounters Perilous Zone Feared by Pilots, Report Reveals

Singapore Airlines Flight Turbulence Incident

The Boeing 777 jet of Singapore Airlines had to make an emergency landing in Thailand after being hit by massive turbulence. A former pilot suggested that the flight might have flown into the Intertropical Convergence Zone (ICZ), a region near the equator where winds from the north and south meet.

Understanding the Intertropical Convergence Zone (ICZ)

  • The ICZ is a zone near the equator where winds from the north and south converge.
  • The intense heat and warm waters in this area create high humidity.
  • When the winds come together, the moist air rises, cools, and forms thunderstorms, making the area prone to constant storms.

Marco Chan, a former commercial pilot and aviation lecturer, mentioned that in such situations, pilots might have limited options when facing severe turbulence. He explained that thunderstorms can stretch over 50 nautical miles, making it challenging to completely avoid them.

Passenger Accounts

Photos taken inside the plane showed the aftermath of the turbulence, with cuts in overhead cabin panels, oxygen masks dangling, and luggage scattered around.

  • Passengers reported hitting the ceiling and experiencing injuries.
  • Some passengers were launched into the ceiling due to the turbulence.
  • Medical staff on board provided urgent assistance to injured passengers.

In a video message, the airline’s CEO expressed condolences to the family of the deceased passenger and apologized for the traumatic experience.

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