Created Friday, Jul 16th 2021 11:59Z, last updated Friday, Jul 16th 2021 11:59Z
A Transwest Avions de Transport Regional ATR-42-300, registration C-GLDE performing a flight from Buffalo Narrows,SK to Saskatoon,SK (Canada) with 7 passengers and 3 crew, was descending towards Saskatoon when the aircraft encountered severe turbulence at about 8500 feet and a sudden drop in altitude as the aircraft went through a cumulus cloud. A passenger and a flight attendant received injuries. The aircraft continued for a safe landing in Saskatoon.
The Canadian TSB reported both flight attendant and passenger were not wearing their seat belts at the time. The aircraft continued for a safe landing in Saskatoon where an ambulance awaited the aircraft. An abnormal occurrence inspection did not reveal any damage to the aircraft.
