Source : Perth Now news
A Singapore Airlines flight has been forced to make an emergency landing after smoke was seen in the cabin.
The flight bound for Singapore from Brisbane was forced to divert to Rockhampton when the incident occurred.
Paramedics and fire crews were called to the scene, but the plane was able to touch down safely and no injuries were reported.
Passengers on board the flight reported seeing smoke fill the cabin and the screens go black.
They were confined to an internal lounge at the airport following the incident.
Kenmore State School students going on a school trip were reportedly among the hundreds of passengers stranded at Rockhampton Airport.
A Singapore Airlines spokesperson said the company was investigating the cause of the smoke.
“We are providing our customers with all necessary assistance, including on ground refreshments, arranging for a relief flight and rebooking onward travel where necessary,” the spokesperson said in a statement.
“The safety of our customers and staff is our top priority.”
