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Old May 21, 2024 | 8:07 pm
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Originally Posted by terbangalways
the pilots should have some awareness from previous data and trends over Bay of Bengal or ICZ ?

Buckling up is always a good idea. But this happens during a second final meal service. People would be up and around to use toilet etc.
No, its true that area is renowned for turbulence, but normally is predictable and the pilots get notification, but CAT can occur without warning.
I see nothing that could blame SQ.
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