Engine fire discovered during post-flight inspection in Brisbane

No fatalities • Brisbane, Australia

A fuel leak and subsequent engine fire were discovered on a Fairchild SA227-AT during a routine inspection in Brisbane, Australia.

What happened

On March 22, 2016, during a post-flight inspection of a Fairchild SA227-AT, registration VH-UZI, a fuel leak was identified on the left-hand engine. The aircraft, operated by Toll Aviation and powered by two Honeywell TPE331-11U-611G turbine engines, was undergoing inspection when further examination revealed that a fire had occurred on the left-hand engine.

Probable cause

Not determined

Frequently asked questions

What happened in the 22 Mar 2016 FAIRCHILD SA-227-AT accident near Brisbane, Australia?

A fuel leak and subsequent engine fire were discovered on a Fairchild SA227-AT during a routine inspection in Brisbane, Australia.

Were there any fatalities in the 22 Mar 2016 FAIRCHILD SA-227-AT accident?

No fatalities were recorded in this accident.

What aircraft was involved and where did it happen?

The accident on 22 Mar 2016 involved a FAIRCHILD SA-227-AT, operated by Toll Aviation, at Brisbane, Australia.

What was the probable cause of the accident?

Not determined

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