2000-10-01: Mcdonnell Douglas MD-80 — Continental Airlines — Birmingham, AL

Casualties unknown • Birmingham, AL, US

Probable cause

THE FAILURE OF MAINTENACE PERSONNEL TO FOLLOW FLEET CAMPAIGN DIRECTIVE ON HOW TO INSTALL A CERTIFICATE HOLDER.

— NTSB Determination

Accident narrative

During cruise flight, at flight level 310, an MD-80, operated by Continental Airlines experienced an electrical fire. An emergency was declared and the flight was diverted into Birmingham, Alabama, and landed without further incident. The examination of the airplane disclosed a 2 by 1 1/2 inch fire-damaged hole in the left jump seat wall.

Frequently asked questions

What happened in the 2000-10-01 Mcdonnell Douglas MD-80 accident near Birmingham, AL?

During cruise flight, at flight level 310, an MD-80, operated by Continental Airlines experienced an electrical fire. An emergency was declared and the flight was diverted into Birmingham, Alabama, and landed without further incident. The examination of the airplane disclosed a 2 by 1 1/2 inch fire-damaged hole in…

What aircraft was involved and where did it happen?

The accident on 2000-10-01 involved a Mcdonnell Douglas MD-80, registration N69826, operated by Continental Airlines, at Birmingham, AL.

What was the probable cause of the accident?

THE FAILURE OF MAINTENACE PERSONNEL TO FOLLOW FLEET CAMPAIGN DIRECTIVE ON HOW TO INSTALL A CERTIFICATE HOLDER.

Investigation report by the U.S. National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB) historical archive. Original record: https://carol.ntsb.gov/event/20001212X22103. This page is a structured re-presentation; facts and quotes are in the National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB), United States.

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