Created Sunday, Oct 31st 2021 18:39Z, last updated Sunday, Oct 31st 2021 18:39Z
A Wideroe de Havilland Dash 8-100, registration LN-WIH performing flight
WF-187 from Oslo to Forde (Norway) with 22 passengers, was enroute at FL220 about 70nm southwest of Forde and about 90nm from Floro when the crew initiated an emergency descent to FL100 after a loud bang occurred associated with a sudden drop of cabin pressure. The aircraft diverted to Floro for a safe landing about 30 minutes after leaving FL220.
Passengers reported there was a loud bang followed by a sudden loss of cabin pressure causing ear pain.
The airline reported the aircraft performed a steeper than normal descent which could be perceived as uncomfortable as result of discomfort in the ears due to the cabin pressure. Maintenance is currently assessing the aircraft. A bus took the passengers from Floro to Forde.
The aircraft is still on the ground in Floro about 6.5 hours after landing.
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