Boeing 737 experiences violent pitch-down maneuver over East Anglia

No fatalities • East Anglia, United Kingdom

An easyJet Boeing 737-73V experienced a sudden loss of altitude and exceeded maximum operating speed during flight in the United Kingdom.

What happened

On January 12, 2009, at 1545 UTC, a Boeing 737-73V, operating as G-EZJK, underwent a violent pitch-down motion while in flight over East Anglia, UK. During this event, the aircraft's maximum operating speed (Vmo) was exceeded by 100 knots, and the plane lost 10,000 feet of altitude.

The aircraft, operated by easyJet, was carrying 4 flight crewmembers and no passengers. The crew successfully recovered the aircraft from the maneuver, and it landed safely. There were no injuries to the flight crew.

Probable cause

No probable cause was determined in the provided report.

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Frequently asked questions

What happened in the 12 Jan 2009 BOEING 737 73V accident near East Anglia, United Kingdom?

An easyJet Boeing 737-73V experienced a sudden loss of altitude and exceeded maximum operating speed during flight in the United Kingdom.

Were there any fatalities in the 12 Jan 2009 BOEING 737 73V accident?

No fatalities were recorded in this accident.

What aircraft was involved and where did it happen?

The accident on 12 Jan 2009 involved a BOEING 737 73V, operated by easyJet, at East Anglia, United Kingdom.

What was the probable cause of the accident?

No probable cause was determined in the provided report.

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