AAIB investigation to Airbus A321-251NX, G-UZMI
Passengers loaded with seating distribution for different aircraft type, Bristol Airport, 3 January 2021.
Summary:
During the boarding process, the crew recognised that the passenger distribution was incorrect for their aircraft type. The commander subsequently filed a safety report that initiated an investigation by the operator. It was found that the previous sector might have been flown with the aircraft CG out of operating limits, and issues were identified with data transfer between the aircraft management and departure control systems.
Although it was subsequently found that the aircraft had not flown outside certified limits, the operator implemented safety actions to strengthen its procedures and prevent recurrence.
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Published 14 October 2021