A Black‑Bird Invasion on Singapore Airlines
Picture this: you’re in the silky comfort of Singapore Airlines’ business class, sipping oat milk and scrolling through your calendar when… a loud, chirping voice says, “Hey, hold my coffee!” It’s a mynah, the notorious feathered diva that struts into fancy events uninvited.
When SQ322 Came to a Halt
- Flight details: Singapore to London Heathrow – a 14‑hour journey, mid‑night duty shift usually.
- The timing: Around the 12‑hour mark, when the cabin crew were preparing for the long leg.
- Spotting the stowaway: The bird, perched like a pet on a passenger’s headrest, looked like it just landed in the wrong bathroom.
Operation Meow‑Chick, Limited Edition
Our fearless steward tried to scoop him up—think of a bird‑catching game show—but the mynah was smarter than the aircrew; a quick swipe and the bird kept its perch like nobody’s business.
The crew got the bird, and some travelers undid a little side‑by‑side effort to help (thanks for the free traffic in the cabin, folks!).
Post‑Landing Protocol
Once the plane landed, the bird was securely handed off to animal‑quarantine authorities. From piggy‑back flights to exotic arrivals, Singapore Airlines is ready—once again—at least to see a bird that thinks itself a VIP.
What Happened Next?
Aside from the dramatic boarding footage (shared on Facebook with a flapping soundtrack), no one told us exactly how the mynah made its entrance. Maybe it saw the flight deck like a bird‑friendly kitchen and thought, “I’m hungry for a snack.” Or maybe it just wanted a seat on the imperial “Arabesque of the skies.”
In a nutshell, this bird‑stroll was all about… poise, humor, and the surprise moment when an airline turn becomes a tiny wildlife show.
Feel free to share the clip, comment, or simply give the bird a polite “hello” from the comfort of your own couch. After all, who doesn’t enjoy a quirky mid‑flight surprise?
