Boeing 737 aborted takeoff at Manchester Airport

No fatalities • Manchester, United Kingdom

A Jet2.Com Boeing 737 aborted its takeoff at Manchester Airport after experiencing a yawing motion during the takeoff roll.

What happened

On October 19, 2009, a Boeing 737-330, operating as Thomsonfly with registration G-CELI, was performing a takeoff roll at Manchester Airport (EGCC) in Manchester, United Kingdom. While the aircraft was traveling at approximately 100 knots, it experienced a right yaw. In response to this event, the pilot aborted the takeoff.

The flight was scheduled to travel to Budapest Ferihegy International Airport (LHSM) in Budapest, Hungary. There were no injuries to the passengers or the crew, and the aircraft sustained no damage during the incident.

Probable cause

No probable cause was determined in the provided report.

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Frequently asked questions

What happened in the 19 Oct 2009 BOEING 737 330 accident near Manchester, United Kingdom?

A Jet2.Com Boeing 737 aborted its takeoff at Manchester Airport after experiencing a yawing motion during the takeoff roll.

Were there any fatalities in the 19 Oct 2009 BOEING 737 330 accident?

No fatalities were recorded in this accident.

What aircraft was involved and where did it happen?

The accident on 19 Oct 2009 involved a BOEING 737 330, operated by Jet2.Com, at Manchester, United Kingdom.

What was the probable cause of the accident?

No probable cause was determined in the provided report.

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