Casualties unknown

Tailpipe Fire Prompts Emergency Evacuation; Two Passengers Seriously Injured (N1768D)

Jamaica, NY, US

On April 2, 1995, a Mcdonnell Douglas MD-11 (registration N1768D) was involved in an aviation accident near Jamaica, NY. Investigators recorded the probable cause as: excessive flames/tailpipe fire from the number 2 engine for an unknown reason, which required an emergency evacuation. This summary draws on records from the U.S. National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB) historical archive.

Sourcesthe U.S. National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB) historical archivePrimary reportUpdated 2026-06-10Data APIEditorial standards

A flight crew was alerted to a tailpipe fire in the number 2 engine, leading to an engine shutdown and emergency evacuation. Two passengers sustained serious injuries. Subsequent engine examination found no anomalies.

Incident Overview

The flight crew of an aircraft was notified by another aircraft's crew of a tailpipe fire emanating from the number 2 engine. In response, the crew initiated the engine fire checklist and shut down the affected engine.

Emergency Response

Despite the shutdown, crash fire rescue personnel reported that smoke and fire continued from the engine. The captain then ordered an emergency evacuation of the aircraft. During the evacuation, two passengers suffered serious injuries.

Post-Incident Examination

Following the event, the engine was examined and subjected to test cell running. The investigations revealed no anomalies in the engine's operation or components.

No further details from the official source have been provided regarding the aircraft type, registration, operator, or other specifics.

Investigation report by the U.S. National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB) historical archive. Original record: https://carol.ntsb.gov/event/20001207X03362. This page is a structured re-presentation; facts and quotes are in the National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB), United States.