No fatalities

Ryanair Boeing 737-800 Experiences Electrical Issues En Route

Stockholm, Sweden

On April 25, 2011, a BOEING 737 800 operated by Ryanair Ltd. was involved in an aviation accident near Stockholm, Sweden. No fatalities were reported. This summary draws on records from NTSB; 12 related events involving the same aircraft type or operator are linked below.

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BOEING 737 800
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On April 25, 2011, a Ryanair Boeing 737-800 (EI-DAD) suffered multiple electrical problems in flight, prompting a return to origin. No injuries or damage were reported.

Incident Overview

On April 25, 2011, at 0532 UTC, a Boeing 737-800 operated by Ryanair, Ltd. as a passenger flight experienced multiple electrical problems while airborne. The aircraft, registration EI-DAD, subsequently returned to its departure airport for an uneventful landing.

Flight Details

The flight originated at Stockholm-Skavsta Airport (ESKN) in Stockholm, Sweden, and was destined for Beauvais-Tillé Airport (LFOB) in Beauvais, France. Following the electrical issues, the crew decided to return to Stockholm-Skavsta.

Outcome

There were no injuries to passengers or crew, and the aircraft was not damaged. The investigation into the incident is being conducted by the Swedish Accident Investigation Board.

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Frequently asked questions

What happened in the 25 Apr 2011 BOEING 737 800 accident near Stockholm, Sweden?

On April 25, 2011, a Ryanair Boeing 737-800 (EI-DAD) suffered multiple electrical problems in flight, prompting a return to origin. No injuries or damage were reported.

Were there any fatalities in the 25 Apr 2011 BOEING 737 800 accident?

No fatalities were recorded in this accident.

What aircraft was involved and where did it happen?

The accident on 25 Apr 2011 involved a BOEING 737 800, operated by Ryanair Ltd., at Stockholm, Sweden.