Turbulence at Singapore Airlines is “a lesson for all of us in the industry,” says Emirates President

After a significant turbulence event with a Singapore Airlines Flight, Emirates’ The President provided insights into the impact on the aviation sector.

What happened: The president of Emirates has described the recent turmoil at Singapore Airlines as a lesson for the airline industry, CNBC reported on Monday.

“They were a bit unlucky, but how they dealt with the consequences is a lesson for all of us in the industry,” Timothy Clark, President of Emirates, told CNBC at the International Air Transport Association’s annual meeting in Dubai.

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During a flight from London to Singapore last month, a Singapore Airlines aircraft encountered severe turbulence, resulting in one death and several injuries. Clark addressed the broader issue of turbulence in aviation, recognizing an increase in such events and stressing the industry’s commitment to improving its prediction and response strategies.

According to the U.S. National Transportation Safety Board, turbulence remains the most common type of accident for commercial airlines, affecting major airlines as well as cargo and regional airlines.

Why it is important: The recent turbulence incident at Singapore Airlines has implications for the entire aviation industry. On May 21, a flight from London to Singapore encountered severe turbulence, resulting in one death and several injuries.

The plane made an emergency landing in Thailand and an initial investigation revealed a rapid descent of 54 meters within seconds.

Singapore Airlines subsequently announced changes to its fasten seatbelt sign policy and a diversion of the affected flight to avoid the turbulence zone over Myanmar. This proactive response underscores the airline’s commitment to passenger safety and its swift action to mitigate future risks.

Furthermore, the incident highlights a worrying trend in aviation safety. Just days after the Singapore Airlines incident, Qatar Airways experienced similar mid-air turbulence on a flight from Doha to Ireland, injuring 12 people.

The International Air Transport Association (IATA) summit, which will take place in Dubai from 2 to 4 June, will address the numerous pressures facing the aviation industry, including geopolitical tensions, aircraft shortages and strict environmental regulations.

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This story was created with Benzinga Neuro and edited by Pooja Rajkumari