AAIB investigation to DHC-8-402, G-JEDU

Inadvertent Flap Retraction, During takeoff from Düsseldorf Airport, 16 July 2018.

From:
Air Accidents Investigation Branch
Published
11 July 2019
Category:
Commercial - fixed wing
Report type:
Bulletin - Correspondence investigation
Date of occurrence:
16 July 2018
Aircraft type:
DHC-8-402
Location:
During takeoff from Düsseldorf Airport, Germany
Registration:
G-JEDU

Summary:

The co-pilot inadvertently raised the flaps instead of the landing gear after takeoff from Düsseldorf Airport. The commander was not immediately aware of this because the sun was in his eyes and the aircraft handling appeared normal. The operator has not taken any additional safety action following this occurrence.

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DHC-8-402, G-JEDU 07-19

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Published 11 July 2019