Investigation into Boeing 737 incident in Addis Ababa

No fatalities • Addis Ababa, Ethiopia

The Ethiopia Accident Investigation Bureau is investigating an incident involving a Boeing 737-800 that occurred on Christmas Day, 2016.

What happened

On December 25, 2016, an incident occurred involving a Boeing 737-800 aircraft, registration SU-GEA, in Addis Ababa, Ethiopia. There were no fatalities and no injuries reported in relation to this event.

The Ethiopia Accident Investigation Bureau (AIB) is leading the investigation into the matter.

Probable cause

No probable cause has been determined.

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Frequently asked questions

What happened in the 25 Dec 2016 BOEING 737 800 accident near Addis Ababa, Ethiopia?

The Ethiopia Accident Investigation Bureau is investigating an incident involving a Boeing 737-800 that occurred on Christmas Day, 2016.

Were there any fatalities in the 25 Dec 2016 BOEING 737 800 accident?

No fatalities were recorded in this accident.

What aircraft was involved and where did it happen?

The accident on 25 Dec 2016 involved a BOEING 737 800, at Addis Ababa, Ethiopia.

What was the probable cause of the accident?

No probable cause has been determined.

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