Engine fire on Vietnam Airlines Boeing 777 at Narita International Airport

No fatalities • Tokyo, Japan

A Vietnam Airlines Boeing 777 experienced an engine fire during taxi at Tokyo's Narita International Airport.

What happened

On July 30, 2008, a Boeing 777-200 operated by Vietnam Airlines experienced an undercowl engine fire shortly after landing at Narita International Airport in Tokyo, Japan. While the aircraft, registration VN-A146, was taxiing, a report of smoke was received regarding the No. 2 engine.

Airport fire services responded to the scene and extinguished the flames located in the engine area. All passengers were deboarded normally. There were no injuries reported among the 277 passengers and crew, though the aircraft sustained minor damage.

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Frequently asked questions

What happened in the 30 Jul 2008 BOEING 777 26K accident near Tokyo, Japan?

A Vietnam Airlines Boeing 777 experienced an engine fire during taxi at Tokyo's Narita International Airport.

Were there any fatalities in the 30 Jul 2008 BOEING 777 26K accident?

No fatalities were recorded in this accident.

What aircraft was involved and where did it happen?

The accident on 30 Jul 2008 involved a BOEING 777 26K, operated by Vietnam Airlines, at Tokyo, Japan.

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