Birthday Boredom at 60 m High
When the Celebration Turns into a Hang‑Fire
Mrs Brenda Chan and her husband Brandon promised a fun night on Mount Faber, only to find themselves trapped upside‑down in a cable car for almost an hour. The couple, along with 17 other passengers, hung over 60 m in the air after an unexpected shutdown of the Mount Faber line on Wednesday, 27 July.
Why the Hanging Happened
- The system error halted the cabin as the couple approached the return to the mainland.
- No immediate announcement meant the crew had to call the emergency hotline for updates.
- Emergency crews—Civil Defence and police—arrived on the scene, but the cars had to be hauled back to the nearest station before a reboot could begin.
From 8:50 pm to 10:00 pm: A Stretch of Silent Suspense
The couple entered the cabin at 8:50 pm, expecting a quick ride back. By 10:00 pm they finally extricated themselves, clutching their sense of adventure—and their cuffs—almost every time they felt a windy sigh.
Historical Highway Hiccups
Mrs Chan (who works in fintech compliance) cited past incidents that add to the anxiety:
- 1983: A drill‑ship’s derrick struck the cableway over Sentosa, drifting two cars into the sea and killing seven.
- 2010: Lightning hit sensors, stopping 20 passengers mid‑flight for 15 minutes.
What the Operators Had to Say
A Mount Faber Leisure Group spokesperson admitted the system required a reboot after the glitch. However, safety protocols dictated a pull‑back to the nearest station before any recovery attempt—which took them until about 9:50 pm.
Bottom Line: Night Raised the Unexpected
While the group finally touched down safely, the episode reminds us that even a romantic night out can turn into an impromptu air‑borne adventure. The excitement may have been delayed, but the memories—ridiculously inflated and entirely worth the hang—remain priceless.
Mount Faber Cable Car Fiasco: A Night‑Long Tangle Above the City
On July 27, 2022, the cable car skydive at Mount Faber took an unexpected detour—and a handful of passengers found themselves bobbing in a sudden “no‑way‑out” situation that tested patience, courage, and the intercom’s ability to keep folks calm.
What Went Wrong
- Six cabins, 18 passengers, zero mechanical glitch—the company said safety checks cleared the equipment with flying colors.
- The system error flaked on, leaving the cabins stuck at the Station’s nearest access point.
- Last passenger finally disembarked at 10:55 pm; all others safely exited earlier.
Company Response
Sentosa Development Corporation, owner of Mount Faber Leisure Group, kept the bus riders posted via:
- In‑cab intercom bursts, courteous but short.
- Service hotline line, open for updates.
- Regular status briefs so everyone could judge the risk level.
Despite the calm tone, some passengers felt the updates were about as helpful as a flashlight in a dark tunnel.
Passengers’ Take‑away
Mr. and Mrs. Chan, the family who spent the night trapped in an “air‑cabin,” expressed mixed feelings:
- Communication gaps: They heard only two vague announcements, leaving them guessing about the duration and seriousness of the malfunction.
- <strong“the darkness added to the worry”: Near a station, the cabin felt stuffy, and the late‑night gray sky amplified anxiety.
- Refund dilemma: Mr. Chan is holding out for compensation, while Mrs. Chan is playing the “go‑with‑the‑flow” card.
- <strong“We’ve had fine attractions, so it’s a bummer when the cable car breaks”: Even with high maintenance standards, this incident spat out a “shock surprise.”
Customer’s Final Verdict
The couple is grappling with a balance: “We do understand the business struggles since Covid‑19,” Mrs. Chan says, “but it’s still a sad surprise when the ride drops out.”
Lesson & Look Forward
While the cable car service resumed regular operations after thorough safety checks, the whole ordeal reminds everyone that each lift is a trust‑piloted thrill, and communication is the lifeline. The beautiful view from Mount Faber will stay huge—just hopefully no stalled rides in next adventures.
