Boeing 737-500 wingtip strike at Helsinki-Vantaa

No fatalities • Helsinki, Finland

A Ukraine International Airlines flight sustained damage to its right wing during landing in Finland.

What happened

On February 13, 2008, at 13:58 UTC, a Boeing 737-500, registration UR-GAU, operated by Ukraine International Airlines, struck an object or surface with its right wingtip while landing at Helsinki-Vantaa aerodrome in Finland. The aircraft was carrying 32 passengers and 7 crew members. There were no injuries resulting from the event.

Damage to the aircraft was localized to the right wingtip, the leading edge slat, and the outboard flap actuator housing.

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Frequently asked questions

What happened in the 13 Feb 2008 Boeing 737-500 accident near Helsinki, Finland?

A Ukraine International Airlines flight sustained damage to its right wing during landing in Finland.

Were there any fatalities in the 13 Feb 2008 Boeing 737-500 accident?

No fatalities were recorded in this accident.

What aircraft was involved and where did it happen?

The accident on 13 Feb 2008 involved a Boeing 737-500, operated by Ukaine International Airlines, at Helsinki, Finland.

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