Incident Overview
On February 28, 2019, an Embraer ERJ 190-200 LR was conducting a takeoff from Exeter International Airport in Devon, United Kingdom. During the takeoff roll, smoke filled the cabin, prompting the flight crew to abort the takeoff. After bringing the aircraft to a stop, an evacuation was performed.
Aircraft and Operations
The aircraft involved was an Embraer ERJ 190-200 LR, powered by two General Electric CF34 10E7 turbofan engines. The specific operator and registration of the aircraft were not detailed in the source. No injuries were reported among the flight crew or passengers.
Response
Following the aborted takeoff, the flight crew initiated an emergency evacuation of the aircraft. All passengers and crew exited safely, and emergency services at Exeter International Airport responded to the incident.
Investigation
The United Kingdom Air Accident Investigation Branch (AAIB) is conducting an investigation into the event. In accordance with International Civil Aviation Organization (ICAO) Annex 13, the United States National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB) has assigned an Accredited Representative to support the AAIB investigation, as the United States is the State of Manufacturer of the engines.