10nov2022 PIX: Saab 340 cabin got punctured in-flight by loose propeller tie-down, injuries to PAX...

[Stratofreighter]

https://avherald.com/h?article=500d98be&opt=1

Accident: Link SF34 at Canberra on Nov 10th 2022, propeller strap penetrates cabin in flight

A Link Airways Saab 340B on behalf of Virgin Australia, registration VH-VEQ performing flight VA-633 from Canberra,AC to Sydney,NS (Australia),
was departing Canberra's runway 35 when a strap,
used to secure the left hand propeller on the ground, struck and penetrated the left side of the aircraft causing minor injuries to three passengers.

The flight crew, having received an emergency call from the cabin crew,
stopped the initial climb at 3000 feet and returned to the airport for an immediate landing on runway 35 about 7 minutes after departure.

Australian Federal Police reported three people were assessed for minor injuries.

Pictures:
https://avherald.com/h?article=500d98be&opt=1