Engine failure during climb for Avro RJ85 in Bishkek

No fatalities • Bishkek, Kyrgyzstan

An Avro RJ85 experienced an uncontained engine failure while climbing, forcing an emergency return to Bishkek-Manas International Airport.

What happened

On March 1, 2018, a TEZ Jet LLC Avro RJ85 was performing a climb when it experienced an uncontained turbine failure in the number one (leftmost) engine. The aircraft, registered as EX-27005, was powered by four Honeywell LF507-1F turbofan engines.

Following the engine failure, the crew returned the aircraft to Bishkek-Manas International Airport (BQK) in Bishkek, Kyrgyzstan. The aircraft completed a landing using the remaining three engines without further incident. There were no injuries resulting from the event.

Probable cause

Not specified

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Frequently asked questions

What happened in the 1 Mar 2018 AVRO RJ85 accident near Bishkek, Kyrgyzstan?

An Avro RJ85 experienced an uncontained engine failure while climbing, forcing an emergency return to Bishkek-Manas International Airport.

Were there any fatalities in the 1 Mar 2018 AVRO RJ85 accident?

No fatalities were recorded in this accident.

What aircraft was involved and where did it happen?

The accident on 1 Mar 2018 involved a AVRO RJ85, operated by TEZ Jet LLC, at Bishkek, Kyrgyzstan.

What was the probable cause of the accident?

Not specified

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