Avionics bay fire on parked Boeing 747 at Paris Charles de Gaull…

Avionics bay fire on parked Boeing 747 at Paris Charles de Gaulle

No fatalities • Paris, France

A Thai Airways International Boeing 747 experienced an avionics bay fire while parked at Charles de Gaulle International Airport.

What happened

On March 18, 2010, at 0700 local time, a Boeing 747-4D7 operated by Thai Airways International Public Company Limited was parked at Charles de Gaulle International Airport (CDG) in Paris, France. During this time, a fire occurred within the aircraft's avionics bay. The aircraft, registered as HS-TGL, had arrived at the airport on a flight originating from Bangkok, Thailand.

There were no injuries resulting from the incident, and the damage to the aircraft was classified as minor.

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Frequently asked questions

What happened in the 18 Mar 2010 BOEING 747 4D7 accident near Paris, France?

A Thai Airways International Boeing 747 experienced an avionics bay fire while parked at Charles de Gaulle International Airport.

Were there any fatalities in the 18 Mar 2010 BOEING 747 4D7 accident?

No fatalities were recorded in this accident.

What aircraft was involved and where did it happen?

The accident on 18 Mar 2010 involved a BOEING 747 4D7, operated by THAI AIRWAYS INTERNATIONAL PUBLIC COMPANY LIMITED, at Paris, France.

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