SQ321 turbulence: Grandfather and Longtime Community Server from Britain Passes Away on Singapore Airlines Flight
SQ321 turbulence: Grandfather and Longtime Community Server from Britain Passes Away on Singapore Airlines Flight. Singapore Airlines flight SQ321, traveling from London to Singapore, was redirected to Bangkok following a bout of severe turbulence encountered by the aircraft.
Condolences were offered to Mr. Geoff Kitchen, the 73-year-old British man who passed away after a Singapore Airlines flight faced severe turbulence. He was a respected figure in Thornbury, close to Bristol, where he lived as a retired grandfather.
Mr. Geoff Kitchen, accompanied by his wife, was aboard Singapore Airlines flight SQ321, embarking on what neighbors described as a “holiday of a lifetime” lasting six weeks. Departing from London’s Heathrow Airport, the Boeing 777-300ER encountered severe turbulence over Myanmar’s Irrawaddy Basin, prompting a diversion to Bangkok. Tragically, Mr. Kitchen passed away, likely from a heart attack amid the turbulent ordeal, as reported by Suvarnabhumi Airport’s general manager, Kittipong Kittikachorn.
Mr. Kitchen’s legacy extends beyond his role as a passenger on SQ321. He was an active member of his local musical theatre group, demonstrating a deep passion for community involvement. Last year, he pursued a political endeavor by running for election in his town council as an independent candidate, advocating for the restoration of the neighborhood’s “creative heart.”
The Thornbury Musical Theatre Group honored Mr. Kitchen’s contributions, highlighting his unwavering commitment, honesty, and integrity throughout his 35-year tenure, during which he held pivotal roles such as chairman, treasurer, and secretary. As the community mourns his passing, their thoughts and prayers are with his wife and family during this challenging time, with a request for privacy and respect for their grieving process.
According to The Guardian, Mr. Kitchen and his wife were en route to Australia when the tragic incident occurred. His wife is currently receiving medical attention in Bangkok, as reported by British media outlets.
