SAS Says Review Finds Widespread Q400 Landing Gear Problems

SAS says an inspection found that 63% of the Bombardier Dash 8 Q400 turboprops it grounded and put out of service after three accidents showed technical defects. SAS last year suffered three Q400 accidents, prompting management to cease operating the aircraft — a move other carriers do not match...

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