Incident Overview
On 18 November 2014, a Bombardier DHC-8-400 aircraft experienced an incident at Warsaw Chopin Airport (EPWA). The aircraft was being operated by Eurolot SA. No injuries or damage were reported.
Sequence of Events
After engine start, the crew initiated taxi from stand 39, facing taxiway A, to runway 15 via taxiways A and O. Before reaching the runway threshold, the air traffic controller informed the crew that the aircraft's anti-collision lights were not illuminated. The crew then turned on the lights, and the flight continued without further issues.
Findings
Investigation revealed that the crew had omitted the item to turn on the anti-collision lights (red) during the 'START APPROVED' checklist. A factor that may have influenced this omission was that the captain was experiencing his first flights in the left seat.
Probable Cause
The omission of the 'START APPROVED' checklist item to turn on the anti-collision lights (red) by the crew. A factor that could have influenced the incorrect execution of the checklist was the captain performing first flights in the left seat.
Safety Actions
No safety recommendations were issued by the investigation commission.