Engine power loss leads to aborted takeoff at Sir Seretse Khama International Airport

No fatalities • Gaborone, Botswana

A British Aerospace BAe 146-199 operated by Air Botswana aborted its takeoff following a loss of power in one engine.

What happened

On August 11, 2012, at approximately 1136 UTC, a British Aerospace BAe 146-199, registration A2-ABF, was performing a scheduled commercial flight from Sir Seretse Khama International Airport in Gaborone, Botswana, to Johannesburg, South Africa. During the takeoff roll, the aircraft experienced a loss of power in the number 2 engine, prompting the crew to abort the takeoff.

There were no injuries reported among the 4 crew members and 28 passengers on board.

Probable cause

Not determined

Frequently asked questions

What happened in the 11 Aug 2012 BAE BAE146 - 199 199 accident near Gaborone, Botswana?

A British Aerospace BAe 146-199 operated by Air Botswana aborted its takeoff following a loss of power in one engine.

Were there any fatalities in the 11 Aug 2012 BAE BAE146 - 199 199 accident?

No fatalities were recorded in this accident.

What aircraft was involved and where did it happen?

The accident on 11 Aug 2012 involved a BAE BAE146 - 199 199, operated by Air Botswana, at Gaborone, Botswana.

What was the probable cause of the accident?

Not determined

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