Air Canada Airbus A320 clips power line and lights at Halifax Stanfield International Airport

No fatalities • Halifax, Canada

An Air Canada Airbus A320-200 struck a power line and approach lights during its approach to Runway 05.

What happened

On March 29, 2015, an Airbus A320-200, operating as Air Canada with registration C-FTJP, was on approach to Runway 05 at Halifax Stanfield International Airport in Halifax, CA. During the approach, the aircraft struck a power line and the approach lighting system short of the runway.

There were 28 minor injuries reported following the event, and 0 fatalities.

Probable cause

Not determined

Frequently asked questions

What happened in the 29 Mar 2015 AIRBUS A320 - 211 211 accident near Halifax, Canada?

An Air Canada Airbus A320-200 struck a power line and approach lights during its approach to Runway 05.

Were there any fatalities in the 29 Mar 2015 AIRBUS A320 - 211 211 accident?

No fatalities were recorded in this accident.

What aircraft was involved and where did it happen?

The accident on 29 Mar 2015 involved a AIRBUS A320 - 211 211, operated by Air Canada, at Halifax, Canada.

What was the probable cause of the accident?

Not determined

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