What happened
Shortly after takeoff, the pilot reported hearing a loud noise accompanied by high Exhaust Gas Temperature (EGT) readings on the number two engine. In response, the crew shut down the affected engine and landed without incident. The airplane sustained only minor damage.
The investigation
An examination of the engine revealed an uncontained engine failure. Further analysis identified that a third-stage turbine blade had failed due to high cycle fatigue on the leading edge of the blade.
Findings
The failure was attributed to high cycle fatigue on the leading edge of the third-stage turbine blade.