AAIB investigation to Boeing 737-436, G-POWS

Taxiway excursion, London Southend Airport, 18 June 2021.

• From: Air Accidents Investigation Branch
• Published: 11 August 2022

• Category: Commercial - fixed wing
• Report type: Bulletin - Correspondence investigation
• Date of occurrence: 18 June 2021
• Aircraft type: Boeing 737-436
• Location: London Southend Airport
• Registration: G-POWS

Summary:

While turning 90° between two narrow taxiways the right main landing gear left the paved surface, causing damage to taxiway infrastructure. The commander attempted to continue by selecting a high power setting but without success. The operator has updated its briefing sheet to raise crew awareness of the threat of a taxiway excursion when taxiing on narrow taxiways. The investigation also identified shortcomings in the operator’s handling of the cockpit voice recorder, procedures for which it has now amended. Detail is provided to assist other operators in this area.

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Published 11 August 2022