AAIB investigation to Saab-Scania SF340B, G-LGNB

Stick shaker activation, during the climb after departure from Edinburgh Airport, 5 June 2017.

Summary:

During the climb after departure from Edinburgh Airport, the aircraft encountered severe icing and turbulence. During this period the stick shaker activated three times, before the aircraft descended to regain airspeed. After flying clear of the icing conditions and the area of turbulence, the aircraft continued to the destination without further incident.

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Saab-Scania SF340B, G-LGNB 03-18

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Published 8 March 2018