AAIB investigation to Airbus A320-214, G-EZTZ

Early flap retraction after takeoff from Amsterdam Schiphol Airport, 16 February 2016

• From: Air Accidents Investigation Branch
• Published: 11 August 2016

• Category: Commercial - fixed wing
• Report type: Bulletin - Correspondence investigation
• Date of occurrence: 16 February 2016
• Aircraft type: Airbus A320-214
• Location: Amsterdam Schiphol Airport
• Registration: G-EZTZ

Summary:

After lift-off, the commander retracted the flap instead of the landing gear. Realising his mistake, he immediately returned the flap lever to its previous position and the aircraft continued to climb without further incident.

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Airbus A320-214, G-EZTZ 08-16

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Published 11 August 2016