1995-08-14: Boeing 747-130 — Jamaica, NY

Casualties unknown • Jamaica, NY, US

Probable cause

failure and separation of the #1 engine turbine shroud assembly, which resulted in an uncontained engine failure, a puncture of the #2 outboard reserve fuel tank plate, and a fuel leak.

— NTSB Determination

Accident narrative

The flight had reached an altitude of 14,000 feet mean sea level (MSL), when the crew reported a severe vibration in the number 1 engine. The crew shut down the engine, declared an emergency, and returned to the airport. After landing, the airplane was taxied to the gate without evacuating the passengers. Examination of the engine revealed that a turbine shroud had separated and penetrated the turbine exhaust case at the 6 to 9 o'clock position, exited the cowling, and punctured the #2 outboard reserve fuel tank plate. There was a fuel leak, but no fire.

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Frequently asked questions

What happened in the 1995-08-14 Boeing 747-130 accident near Jamaica, NY?

The flight had reached an altitude of 14,000 feet mean sea level (MSL), when the crew reported a severe vibration in the number 1 engine. The crew shut down the engine, declared an emergency, and returned to the airport. After landing, the airplane was taxied to the gate without evacuating the passengers. Examination…

What aircraft was involved and where did it happen?

The accident on 1995-08-14 involved a Boeing 747-130, registration N603FF, at Jamaica, NY.

What was the probable cause of the accident?

failure and separation of the #1 engine turbine shroud assembly, which resulted in an uncontained engine failure, a puncture of the #2 outboard reserve fuel tank plate, and a fuel leak.

Investigation report by the U.S. National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB) historical archive. Original record: https://carol.ntsb.gov/event/20001207X04344. This page is a structured re-presentation; facts and quotes are in the National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB), United States.

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