Investigation into Boeing 737-8AS accident in Stanstead, UK

No fatalities • Stanstead, United Kingdom

The NTSB is assisting the UK Air Accidents Investigation Branch in an investigation regarding a Boeing 737-8AS accident.

On September 18, 2014, an accident occurred involving a Boeing 737-8AS, registration EI-EFB, in Stanstead, United Kingdom. There were no injuries reported in the event.

What happened

Following the accident, the United Kingdom's Air Accidents Investigation Branch (AAIB) notified the NTSB. Because the aircraft is a Boeing design, the NTSB appointed a U.S. Accredited Representative to support the AAIB's investigation in accordance with ICAO Annex 13.

Probable cause

not provided

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Frequently asked questions

What happened in the 18 Sep 2014 THE BOEING COMPANY BOEING 737-8AS 8AS accident near Stanstead, United Kingdom?

The NTSB is assisting the UK Air Accidents Investigation Branch in an investigation regarding a Boeing 737-8AS accident.

Were there any fatalities in the 18 Sep 2014 THE BOEING COMPANY BOEING 737-8AS 8AS accident?

No fatalities were recorded in this accident.

What aircraft was involved and where did it happen?

The accident on 18 Sep 2014 involved a THE BOEING COMPANY BOEING 737-8AS 8AS, operated by Ryanair, at Stanstead, United Kingdom.

What was the probable cause of the accident?

not provided

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