Flight Details
On August 23, 2010, a Scandinavian Airlines (SAS) Boeing 737-600, registration LN-RPH, was operating a regularly scheduled passenger flight from Oslo-Gardermoen Airport (ENGM) in Norway to London-Heathrow Airport (EGLL) in the United Kingdom.
Turbulence Encounter
At approximately 2:15 PM local time, while on approach to London-Heathrow, the aircraft encountered turbulence. The event occurred during the approach phase of the flight.
Injuries
During the turbulence, one flight attendant sustained serious injuries. No other passengers or crew members reported any injuries.
Investigation
The incident is under investigation by the UK Air Accidents Investigation Branch (AAIB). The US National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB) has appointed a US Accredited Representative to assist in the investigation, as the United States is the state of design and manufacture of the aircraft, in accordance with ICAO Annex 13 provisions.
All inquiries regarding the incident should be directed to the AAIB.
