Minister Orders Return of Aircraft After Malfunction During Flight

[Georgealbert]

 

 

Picture courtesy of Khaosod

 

A tense moment unfolded mid-air today, August 26, when an aircraft carrying Thailand's Minister of Defense, Sutin Klungsang, experienced a malfunction. The minister had been en route to Phrae province to oversee flood relief efforts when, just 15 minutes after takeoff, the plane's air pressure system encountered a technical issue.

 

Despite the crew assuring that the problem could be resolved, Minister Sutin made the decision to return to Don Mueang Air Force Base for the safety and well-being of all passengers. Reports indicated that the cabin's pressure issues led to discomfort, causing ear pain and discomfort among the passengers. The aircraft involved was a RTAF ATR 72 designation B.L16.

 

Minister Sutin was scheduled to inspect the situation on the ground, visit military personnel assisting with flood relief, and distribute essential supplies to flood victims in Phrae. However, following the incident, he canceled the mission and rescheduled his visit for August 28.

 

In a statement, Minister Sutin emphasised that his concerns for safety prompted the decision to return. He expressed his regret over the cancellation but assured that the provincial governor and Third Army Region commander would continue relief efforts in his absence.

 

Since the beginning of the flooding crisis in several provinces, Minister Sutin has ordered all branches of the military to assist the affected populations with evacuation, relocation, food provision, and post-flood recovery efforts. The military has been actively engaged in flood relief operations across the country.

 

Minister Sutin also addressed concerns over increasing rainfall in northeastern Thailand, ordering military units in the area to remain on high alert and ready to provide assistance. Similar instructions were given for other regions as the military continues to play a key role in disaster response.

 

When asked about the potential flooding in Bangkok and its surrounding areas, Minister Sutin urged the public to remain vigilant. He noted that water would inevitably flow through the capital as it makes its way to the Gulf of Thailand, urging citizens to stay informed and prepared for any developments.

 

-- 2024-08-26

 

 

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[Tropicalevo]

1 hour ago, Georgealbert said:

Despite the crew assuring that the problem could be resolved, Minister Sutin made the decision to return to Don Mueang Air Force Base for the safety and well-being of all passengers.

Politician speak for 'he schatt himself'.

[dinsdale]

Same type of plane that fell out of the sky in Brazil a couple of wks ago. This is an ATR 72 500 in a flat spin. No survivors.

 

[brianthainess]

15 hours ago, Georgealbert said:

Reports indicated that the cabin's pressure issues led to discomfort, causing ear pain and discomfort among the passengers.

Aahh the poor dears 

[Tropicalevo]

39 minutes ago, dinsdale said:

Same type of plane that fell out of the sky in Brazil a couple of wks ago. This is an ATR 72 500 in a flat spin. No survivors.

Bangkok Airways have 9 ATR 72's currently in service.

[brewsterbudgen]

1 minute ago, Tropicalevo said:

Bangkok Airways have 9 ATR 72's currently in service.

 

Yes, they're used regularly all over the world.  We used to travel to our home in Pakse, Laos on Lao Airlines from BKK regularly on one of their many ATR72s.  Unfortunately, they never resumed the route after Covid.😡