ATR 72-212 A, G-COBO, 20 October 2013

From:
Air Accidents Investigation Branch
Published
10 December 2014
Category:
Commercial - fixed wing
Report type:
Bulletin - Correspondence investigation
Date of occurrence:
20 October 2013
Aircraft type:
ATR 72-212 A
Location:
En route from Guernsey Airport to Gatwick Airport
Registration:
G-COBO

ATR 72-212 A, G-COBO

Summary:

A sudden, short-lived bout of severe turbulence was experienced in the vicinity of cumulonimbus (CB) cloud at FL120. The autopilot disengaged, an oil pressure warning light illuminated briefly and the aircraft climbed almost 800 ft before being flown back to FL120. Both cabin crew members suffered minor injuries but the flight was able to continue to its destination. There was superficial damage to the cabin furnishings.

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