Boeing 777 accident at Lajes Terceira Island

No fatalities • Lajes Terceira Island, Portugal

The NTSB is assisting Portuguese authorities in an investigation regarding a Boeing 777 accident that occurred in December 2016.

The government of Portugal notified the NTSB of an accident involving a Boeing 777, registration A7-BAN, which took place on December 04, 2016, at Lajes Terceira Island, Portugal.

Under the provisions of ICAO Annex 13, the NTSB has appointed a U.S. Accredited Representative to support the ongoing investigation being conducted by the Portuguese government. All investigative details will be released by the Portuguese authorities.

Probable cause

No probable cause has been determined.

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Frequently asked questions

What happened in the 4 Dec 2016 BOEING 777 3DZER accident near Lajes Terceira Island, Portugal?

The NTSB is assisting Portuguese authorities in an investigation regarding a Boeing 777 accident that occurred in December 2016.

Were there any fatalities in the 4 Dec 2016 BOEING 777 3DZER accident?

No fatalities were recorded in this accident.

What aircraft was involved and where did it happen?

The accident on 4 Dec 2016 involved a BOEING 777 3DZER, operated by Qatar Airways, at Lajes Terceira Island, Portugal.

What was the probable cause of the accident?

No probable cause has been determined.

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