BAe 146-200, G-ZAPO, 25 February 2009

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

• Category: Commercial - fixed wing
• Report type: Bulletin - Correspondence investigation
• Date of occurrence: 25 February 2009
• Aircraft type: BAe 146-200
• Location: Stand A1, London Stansted Airport
• Registration: G-ZAPO

BAe 146-200, G-ZAPO

Summary:

During pushback from the stand, a loud bang was heard on the flightdeck of the aircraft. The pushback continued, but the towbar became disconnected from the tug due to a failed shear pin. The tug then stopped, but the aircraft could not be halted in time to prevent it colliding with the stationary tug. The nose of the aircraft penetrated the windscreen of the tug, but no injuries occurred.

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Published 10 December 2014