Incident involving Federal Express Airbus A300 in Luton, UK

No fatalities • Luton, United Kingdom

The NTSB has appointed a representative to assist the UK's Air Accidents Investigation Branch following an incident involving a Federal Express Airbus A300.

On August 25, 2013, an incident occurred in Luton, United Kingdom, involving an Airbus A300B4-622R operated by Federal Express Corp. The aircraft, registered as N721FD, was the subject of an investigation by the Air Accidents Investigation Branch (AAIB) of the United Kingdom.

Under the provisions of ICAO Annex 13, the NTSB appointed a U.S. Accredited Representative to assist the AAIB investigation in its capacity as the State of the Operator. There were no injuries reported in relation to this event.

Probable cause

Not determined; all investigative information is to be released by the AAIB.

Frequently asked questions

What happened in the 25 Aug 2013 AIRBUS INDUSTRIE A300B4-622R accident near Luton, United Kingdom?

The NTSB has appointed a representative to assist the UK's Air Accidents Investigation Branch following an incident involving a Federal Express Airbus A300.

Were there any fatalities in the 25 Aug 2013 AIRBUS INDUSTRIE A300B4-622R accident?

No fatalities were recorded in this accident.

What aircraft was involved and where did it happen?

The accident on 25 Aug 2013 involved a AIRBUS INDUSTRIE A300B4-622R, operated by FEDERAL EXPRESS CORP, at Luton, United Kingdom.

What was the probable cause of the accident?

Not determined; all investigative information is to be released by the AAIB.

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