Arabic version: هبوط آمن لرحلة تابعة للخطوط الجوية السنغافورية في روكهامبتون

According to ABC News, a Singapore Airlines flight bound for Singapore made an emergency landing at Rockhampton Airport on Wednesday after smoke was reported in the cabin.

The aircraft had just departed Brisbane when the incident occurred and touched down safely in Rockhampton just after 4pm. No injuries were reported. Paramedics and fire crews were called to the airport.

Passengers said smoke filled the cabin and the plane’s screens went black. A group of school children travelling on an excursion were among those on board.

A Singapore Airlines spokesperson said the airline was investigating the cause of the smoke. The company said it was providing assistance including ground refreshments, arrangements for a relief flight and rebooking of onward travel where needed.

Passengers were contained in an internal airport lounge. The airline said the safety of its customers and staff was its top priority.