Man died after 'severe turbulence' on Singapore Airlines flight
Lawyers for Linda Kitchen said her husband was "fatally injured" after the flight dropped 6,000 ft.
Linda Kitchen, 74, from Thornbury, near Bristol, is taking legal action against Singapore Airlines following the death of her husband, Geoff, 73, in 2024. The tragedy occurred during a turbulent flight from London Heathrow to Singapore, Indonesia, and Australia. On May 2024, the aircraft experienced severe turbulence over Myanmar, causing the plane to suddenly drop around 6,000 ft.
Geoff was fatally injured when the plane plummeted, ultimately leading to his death. Linda, who broke her back during the incident, is seeking damages from the airline to support her in accessing specialist care for her injuries. She expressed her devastation upon discovering her husband's demise, describing it as "absolutely devastating."
The turbulence had also affected other passengers, causing their belongings to fall during the chaotic event. Kitchen's husband, described as her "soul mate," suffered a heart attack after the abrupt drop. The impact has left Kitchen and her family with numerous questions about the event and concerns regarding potential improvements to prevent similar incidents.
Anthe Korelidou, a specialist aviation lawyer representing Kitchen, emphasized the severity of the situation and the need for thorough investigations.
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