Incident Overview
On 24 June 2023 at 01:41 p.m., the pilots of Thai AirAsia flight FD369, an Airbus A320 aircraft registered as HS-BBF, observed burning and smoke in the cockpit while flying at flight level 300 (FL300). The aircraft was en route from Singapore Changi Airport to Chiang Mai International Airport and had already passed Hat Yai International Airport at the time of the occurrence.
Diversion and Landing
As a result of the smoke, the pilot decided to divert to Hat Yai International Airport for landing. The aircraft landed without further incident. According to the official report, no damage was sustained to the aircraft, and there were no injuries or fatalities among the occupants.
Investigation Status
The Aircraft Accident Investigation Committee for the Aircraft Accident and Incident Investigation Commission Thailand notified the French Republic, as the State of Aircraft Design and Manufacturer, and the International Civil Aviation Organization (ICAO) of the serious incident. The investigation is in process, with a draft final report completed as of the issuance of Interim Report No. 1. The final report, which will include the cause of the serious incident and recommended preventive measures, is pending publication.