Incident Overview
On May 28, 2012, at 12:29 Eastern Daylight Time (18:29 UTC), a Boeing 777-300ER, registration C-FITW, suffered a loss of power from its No. 2 (right) engine shortly after departing from Toronto Lester B. Pearson International Airport (CYYZ) in Toronto, Ontario, Canada. The aircraft was powered by a GE Aviation GE90-115B engine.
Damage and Injuries
Debris ejected from the engine impacted several parked cars on the ground, causing damage to the vehicles. The Transportation Safety Board of Canada reported that there were no injuries associated with the incident.
Investigation
The investigation into the event is under the jurisdiction of the Transportation Safety Board of Canada (TSB). As of the initial report, no further details regarding the cause of the engine power loss have been released. The TSB is the designated authority for transportation safety investigations in Canada and is based in Hull, Quebec.
Aircraft and Engine Details
The Boeing 777-300ER is a long-range, wide-body twinjet airliner. The GE90-115B is a high-bypass turbofan engine manufactured by GE Aviation, known for its high thrust output and reliability. The specific circumstances leading to the loss of power on this engine remain under investigation.
Context
Toronto Lester B. Pearson International Airport is Canada's busiest airport and a major hub for domestic and international flights. The incident occurred during the takeoff phase, which is a critical period in flight operations. The rapid response by airport emergency services ensured that the debris on the ground was promptly addressed.
Further information can be obtained from the Transportation Safety Board of Canada at their official website or by contacting their office in Hull, Quebec.