Inflight engine shutdown on Boeing 767 in Lima

No fatalities • Lima, Peru

A LAN Airlines Boeing 767 experienced an uncommanded shutdown of its right engine during flight on January 11, 2016.

What happened

On January 11, 2016, a Boeing 767-316ER operated by LAN Airlines experienced an uncommanded shutdown of the right engine while in flight. The aircraft, registration CC-CXK, was powered by two General Electric CF6-80C2B6F turbofan engines. Following the shutdown, the crew successfully restarted the engine, and the flight proceeded to its intended destination. There were no injuries resulting from this event.

Probable cause

Not determined

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Frequently asked questions

What happened in the 11 Jan 2016 BOEING 767 316 accident near Lima, Peru?

A LAN Airlines Boeing 767 experienced an uncommanded shutdown of its right engine during flight on January 11, 2016.

Were there any fatalities in the 11 Jan 2016 BOEING 767 316 accident?

No fatalities were recorded in this accident.

What aircraft was involved and where did it happen?

The accident on 11 Jan 2016 involved a BOEING 767 316, operated by LAN Airlines, at Lima, Peru.

What was the probable cause of the accident?

Not determined

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