July 5, 2024

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Compensation for victims of turbulence (video)


Passengers injured due to turbulence on a Singapore Airlines flight will receive compensation ranging from $15,000 to $25,000 or more.

Incident like reported our publication occurred at the end of May this year. One death and dozens of injuries, seven in critical condition, are the tragic consequences of a flight on a Singapore Airlines plane on the London-Singapore route, which made an emergency landing in Bangkok (Thailand). According to official data, there were 211 passengers and 18 crew members on board. One elderly Briton died and 85 people were injured.

Airline, writes Euronews published a statement saying passengers injured during severe turbulence on a flight from London to Singapore at the end of May could receive compensation.

Singapore Airlines is offering to pay $10,000 to those with minor injuries, while passengers with severe injuries can receive $25,000 in advance and further financial assistance.

Unbelted passengers were thrown into the air when sudden changes in vertical speed caused the plane to fall 54 meters in less than five seconds. In three minutes the plane descended 1830 meters. The investigation into the incident continues. Among the wounded are citizens of Great Britain, Malaysia, Australia, Singapore, New Zealand and the Philippines.



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