A Singapore Airlines flight operating from Brisbane to Singapore made an emergency landing in Rockhampton, Australia, after smoke was detected in the cabin, according to a Bloomberg News report.
Flight SQ236 was diverted to Rockhampton Airport following the incident, the airline said in a statement on Wednesday. The aircraft landed safely at 4:09 pm local time, and all passengers disembarked normally.
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The airline said it was assisting passengers with refreshments on the ground and arranging an alternative flight. It is also helping them rebook onward travel where required.
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Singapore Airlines said it was investigating the cause of the smoke.
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Flight SQ236 was diverted to Rockhampton Airport following the incident, the airline said in a statement on Wednesday. The aircraft landed safely at 4:09 pm local time, and all passengers disembarked normally.
Also Read: Air India losses narrow, but Singapore Airlines’ profit falls 44% as fuel costs rise
The airline said it was assisting passengers with refreshments on the ground and arranging an alternative flight. It is also helping them rebook onward travel where required.
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Singapore Airlines said it was investigating the cause of the smoke.
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