Incident Overview
On December 15, 2014, at approximately 1955 coordinated universal time, a SAAB-Scania SAAB 2000 aircraft, registration G-LGNO, experienced a loss of elevator control after being struck by lightning. The event occurred while the aircraft was on approach to Sumburgh Airport in Sumburgh, United Kingdom.
Flight Details
The aircraft had departed from Aberdeen Airport in Aberdeen, United Kingdom, and was en route to Sumburgh at the time of the incident. The extent of damage to the airplane is not specified.
Investigation
The accident investigation is under the jurisdiction and control of the United Kingdom's Air Accident Investigation Branch (AAIB). As of the source report, no further details regarding the cause or findings have been released. The information provided is for reference purposes only.
Aircraft Information
The aircraft involved was a SAAB 2000, a twin-engine turboprop airliner. The specific registration, G-LGNO, is noted.