Engine failure and rejected takeoff of Boeing 747-8F at Shanghai Pudong

No fatalities • Shanghai, China

A cargo flight operated by Air Bridge Cargo Airlines experienced an engine failure during takeoff at Shanghai Pudong International Airport.

What happened

On September 11, 2012, at approximately 11:09 China Standard Time, a Boeing 747-8F bearing registration VQ-BLR experienced an engine failure while operating at Shanghai Pudong International Airport in Shanghai, China. The aircraft, which was powered by GEnx-2B engines, was being operated as a cargo flight by Air Bridge Cargo Airlines, LLC. Following the failure, the crew performed a rejected takeoff. There were no injuries reported for the two crewmembers on board.

Probable cause

Not determined

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Frequently asked questions

What happened in the 11 Sep 2012 BOEING 747-8F accident near Shanghai, China?

A cargo flight operated by Air Bridge Cargo Airlines experienced an engine failure during takeoff at Shanghai Pudong International Airport.

Were there any fatalities in the 11 Sep 2012 BOEING 747-8F accident?

No fatalities were recorded in this accident.

What aircraft was involved and where did it happen?

The accident on 11 Sep 2012 involved a BOEING 747-8F, operated by Air Bridge Cargo Airlines, LLC, at Shanghai, China.

What was the probable cause of the accident?

Not determined

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