Airbus A320, G-DHJZ, 5 July 2007

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

• Category: Commercial - fixed wing
• Report type: Bulletin - Field investigation
• Date of occurrence: 5 July 2007
• Aircraft type: Airbus A320
• Location: Kos Airport, Greece
• Registration: G-DHJZ

Airbus A320, G-DHJZ

Summary:

The aircraft landed heavily on Runway 32 at Kos Airport, causing substantial damage to the aircraft’s main landing gear. It touched down with a high rate of descent, following a late initiation of the flare by the co-pilot, who was undergoing line training. Three Safety Recommendations are made.

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Airbus A320, G-DHJZ 12-08.pdf (797.94 kb)

Published 10 December 2014