Boeing 737 emergency descent and diversion to Bologna

No fatalities • Bologna, Italy

A Bluebird Cargo Boeing 737-300 performed an emergency descent and diverted to Bologna Airport following a rapid decompression.

What happened

On September 24, 2009, a Boeing 737-300, operating as Bluebird Cargo under registration TF-BBD, experienced a rapid decompression during flight. The aircraft was en route to its intended destination of Liège Airport (EBLG) in Liège, Belgium.

Following the decompression event, the crew conducted an emergency descent and diverted the aircraft to Bologna Airport (LIPE) in Bologna, Italy. There were no injuries reported among the 2 crew members, and the aircraft sustained no damage.

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Frequently asked questions

What happened in the 24 Sep 2009 BOEING 737 300F accident near Bologna, Italy?

A Bluebird Cargo Boeing 737-300 performed an emergency descent and diverted to Bologna Airport following a rapid decompression.

Were there any fatalities in the 24 Sep 2009 BOEING 737 300F accident?

No fatalities were recorded in this accident.

What aircraft was involved and where did it happen?

The accident on 24 Sep 2009 involved a BOEING 737 300F, operated by BLUEBIRD CARGO LIMITED - BLAGFUGL HF, at Bologna, Italy.

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