Event Details
On May 6, 2014, at 10:52 am local time, an Airbus A330-223 aircraft performed a rejected takeoff at Melbourne Aerodrome in Melbourne, Victoria, Australia. The decision to abort the takeoff was prompted by the failure of the No. 2 engine, located on the right side of the aircraft. The engine involved was a Pratt & Whitney PW4168 turbofan. No injuries were reported as a result of the incident.
Investigation
The Australian Transport Safety Board (ATSB) is conducting the investigation into the rejected takeoff. The National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB) is participating as the US Accredited Representative, as the United States is the state of manufacturer for the engines. The ATSB can be contacted via email at [email protected] or by phone at (02) 6257 4150 (local) or +61 2 6257 4150 (international).