Braking failure leads to ground collision at Schiphol Airport

No fatalities • Amsterdam, Netherlands

A KLM Cityhopper Fokker F28 struck a ground power unit during a ramp incident in Amsterdam.

What happened

On March 5, 2015, at approximately 12:15 local time, a Fokker F28 - 0070, operating as PH-WXC, experienced a failure of its braking system while positioned on the ramp at Amsterdam Airport Schiphol (EHAM). During the event, the aircraft struck a ground power unit (GPU). There were no injuries resulting from the collision.

Probable cause

The provided source does not state a probable cause.

Frequently asked questions

What happened in the 5 Mar 2015 FOKKER F28 - 0070 0070 accident near Amsterdam, Netherlands?

A KLM Cityhopper Fokker F28 struck a ground power unit during a ramp incident in Amsterdam.

Were there any fatalities in the 5 Mar 2015 FOKKER F28 - 0070 0070 accident?

No fatalities were recorded in this accident.

What aircraft was involved and where did it happen?

The accident on 5 Mar 2015 involved a FOKKER F28 - 0070 0070, operated by KLM Cityhopper, at Amsterdam, Netherlands.

What was the probable cause of the accident?

The provided source does not state a probable cause.

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