On April 24, 2007, a Boeing 757-24APF (registration N402UP) was involved in an aviation accident near Burbank, CA. No fatalities were reported. Investigators recorded the probable cause as: The tow tractor driver's and mechanic's diverted attention resulting in the airplane rolling over the mechanic's foot. Also causal was the mechanic's failure to maintain clearance from the nose landing gear. This summary draws on records from the U.S. National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB) historical archive; 6 related events involving the same aircraft type or operator are linked below.
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During pushback of a Boeing 757, a mechanic's right foot was run over by the nose landing gear after both he and the tow driver were distracted by a taxiing airplane.
Incident Overview
During pushback operations of a Boeing 757, a mechanic positioned to the right of the nose landing gear received clearance from the flight crew to begin the procedure. The tow tractor driver initiated the movement by turning the nose wheel left to align the aircraft. As the airplane was pushed back from the ramp area to the taxiway, the mechanic observed a small airplane taxiing behind the tail. In response, he signaled the towing operation to stop. The driver applied the brakes slowly. Both individuals were preoccupied with watching the taxiing aircraft. The right wheel of the Boeing's nose landing gear continued to roll over the mechanic's right foot, which the tow tractor driver did not observe due to the position of the airplane's landing gear. The mechanic sustained numerous fractures to his foot and ankle.
What happened in the 24 Apr 2007 Boeing 757-24APF accident near Burbank, CA?
During pushback of a Boeing 757, a mechanic's right foot was run over by the nose landing gear after both he and the tow driver were distracted by a taxiing airplane.
Were there any fatalities in the 24 Apr 2007 Boeing 757-24APF accident?
No fatalities were recorded in this accident.
What aircraft was involved and where did it happen?
The accident on 24 Apr 2007 involved a Boeing 757-24APF, registration N402UP, at Burbank, CA.
What was the probable cause of the accident?
The tow tractor driver's and mechanic's diverted attention resulting in the airplane rolling over the mechanic's foot. Also causal was the mechanic's failure to maintain clearance from the nose landing gear.
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