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