Airbus A319-111, G-EZFV, 14 February 2012

• From: Air Accidents Investigation Branch
• Published: 10 December 2014

• Category: Commercial - fixed wing
• Report type: Bulletin - Field investigation
• Date of occurrence: 14 February 2012
• Aircraft type: Airbus A319-111
• Location: London Luton Airport
• Registration: G-EZFV

Airbus A319-111, G-EZFV

Summary:

The flight crew carried out a manually flown ILS approach to Runway 26 at London Luton Airport. Shortly before touchdown, both pilots sensed the aircraft was sinking and a go-around was initiated. The aircraft made firm contact with the runway before starting to climb. The normal acceleration recorded at touchdown was 2.99g, which is classified as a Severe Hard Landing. The subsequent landing was uneventful. All three landing gear legs exceeded their maximum certified loads and were replaced; there was no other damage to the aircraft.

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Airbus A319-111 G-EZFV 01-13.pdf (339.26 kb)

Published 10 December 2014