Engine failure on Airbus A320 during flight from Sydney to Cairns

No fatalities • Brisbane, Australia

An Australian-registered Airbus A320 experienced a right engine failure while en route from Sydney to Cairns, resulting in a diversion to Brisbane.

What happened

On September 22, 2016, an Airbus A320-232, registration VH-VFY, was operating in cruise flight from Sydney to Cairns, Australia. During the flight, the aircraft experienced a failure of the right engine, an International Aero Engine V2527-A5. Following the engine failure, the crew diverted the aircraft to Brisbane for landing. There were no injuries resulting from the event.

Probable cause

Not determined

Frequently asked questions

What happened in the 22 Sep 2016 AIRBUS A320 232 accident near Brisbane, Australia?

An Australian-registered Airbus A320 experienced a right engine failure while en route from Sydney to Cairns, resulting in a diversion to Brisbane.

Were there any fatalities in the 22 Sep 2016 AIRBUS A320 232 accident?

No fatalities were recorded in this accident.

What aircraft was involved and where did it happen?

The accident on 22 Sep 2016 involved a AIRBUS A320 232, at Brisbane, Australia.

What was the probable cause of the accident?

Not determined

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