Engine shutdown on Bombardier DHC-8-400Q near Belfast

No fatalities • Belfast, N Ireland, United Kingdom

A DeHavilland DHC-8-400Q experienced an engine casing burn-through and subsequent in-flight shutdown near Belfast International Airport.

What happened

On December 16, 2014, at approximately 1839 UTC, a Bombardier DHC-8-402 (registration G-FLBC) operated by Flybe Ltd experienced an engine failure while flying near Belfast International Airport in Northern Ireland. The aircraft, powered by two Pratt & Whitney Canada PW150A turboprop engines, suffered an engine casing burn-through, which led to an in-flight shutdown of the engine.

There were no injuries among the 80 crew members and passengers on board, and the aircraft sustained only minor damage.

Probable cause

Not determined

Frequently asked questions

What happened in the 16 Dec 2014 BOMBARDIER INC DHC-8-402 402 accident near Belfast, N Ireland, United Kingdom?

A DeHavilland DHC-8-400Q experienced an engine casing burn-through and subsequent in-flight shutdown near Belfast International Airport.

Were there any fatalities in the 16 Dec 2014 BOMBARDIER INC DHC-8-402 402 accident?

No fatalities were recorded in this accident.

What aircraft was involved and where did it happen?

The accident on 16 Dec 2014 involved a BOMBARDIER INC DHC-8-402 402, operated by FLYBE LTD, at Belfast, N Ireland, United Kingdom.

What was the probable cause of the accident?

Not determined

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