A Singapore Airlines flight has been forced to make an emergency landing at Rockhampton Airport on Wednesday after smoke was seen in the cabin.
The Singapore-bound plane had just departed Brisbane when the incident occurred.
It touched down safely just after 4pm. No injuries were reported.
Paramedics and fire crews were called to the scene.
Passengers reported seeing smoke fill the cabin and plane screens go black.
A group of school children going on an excursion were among the passengers. (ABC News: Vanessa Jarrett)
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.”
Passengers who were on board the flight were contained to an internal lounge in the airport.
Source: www.abc.net.au
