Engine fire warning on departure from Cape Town

No fatalities • Cape Town, South Africa

A South African Airlink Avro 146-RJ85 experienced an engine fire warning shortly after departing Cape Town International Aerodrome.

What happened

On October 9, 2019, a British Aerospace Avro 146-RJ85, operated by South African Airlink, encountered a No. 3 engine fire warning during its departure from Cape Town International Aerodrome in Cape Town, South Africa. The aircraft, registered as ZS-TCP, is powered by Honeywell ALF507 engines.

There were no injuries reported following the event.

Probable cause

not provided

Frequently asked questions

What happened in the 9 Oct 2019 BAE AVRO146RJ 85 accident near Cape Town, South Africa?

A South African Airlink Avro 146-RJ85 experienced an engine fire warning shortly after departing Cape Town International Aerodrome.

Were there any fatalities in the 9 Oct 2019 BAE AVRO146RJ 85 accident?

No fatalities were recorded in this accident.

What aircraft was involved and where did it happen?

The accident on 9 Oct 2019 involved a BAE AVRO146RJ 85, operated by South African Airlink, at Cape Town, South Africa.

What was the probable cause of the accident?

not provided

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