Incident Overview
On February 24, 2009, at approximately 1750 coordinated universal time, an Air Nostrum CL-600-2B19 aircraft, registration EC-IKZ, experienced a dual engine failure while on approach to Santander Airport (LEXJ) in Santander, Spain. The flight crew were able to restart both engines, and the aircraft subsequently landed without further incident. There were no injuries to passengers or crew, and the airplane was not damaged.
Investigation
The investigation is being conducted by the Spanish Civil Aviation Accidents and Incidents Investigation Commission (CIAIAC). The National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB) has appointed a U.S. accredited representative to assist the investigation under the provisions of ICAO Annex 13, as the State of Manufacturer of the engines.
Aircraft Information
The aircraft involved was a CL-600-2B19, a regional jet operated by Air Nostrum. No further details about the aircraft or its engines were provided in the initial report.
Conclusion
No probable cause has been stated by the investigating authority at this time. The incident remains under investigation.