Casualties unknown

Incident Involving Airbus A320-214 at Bristol Airport (G-BXKD)

Runway 09, Bristol Airport, GB

On November 15, 2006, an Airbus A320-214 (registration G-BXKD) was involved in an aviation accident near Runway 09, Bristol Airport, GB. This summary draws on records from the UK Air Accidents Investigation Branch (AAIB).

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Aircraft registered G-BXKD
Aircraft registered G-BXKD. Photo: Pedro Aragão / CC BY-SA 3.0, via Wikimedia Commons

Airbus A320-214, G-BXKD, was involved in an incident on Runway 09 at Bristol Airport on 15 November 2006. The AAIB investigation examined the landing and subsequent maintenance actions.

Incident Overview

On 15 November 2006, an Airbus A320-214, registration G-BXKD, was involved in an incident during landing on Runway 09 at Bristol Airport. The Air Accidents Investigation Branch (AAIB) conducted an investigation, publishing Report 4/2008.

Investigation Details

The investigation focused on the history of the flight, including the landing at Bristol and subsequent flights. Engineering activities were analyzed, including the interpretation of LOAD<15> reports and post-flight reports. The aircraft's landing gear and warning systems were examined.

Findings

The report included findings related to flight operations and engineering aspects. Contributory factors were identified, but no explicit probable cause was stated. Safety recommendations were issued based on the investigation.

Frequently asked questions

What happened in the 15 Nov 2006 Airbus A320-214 accident near Runway 09, Bristol Airport, GB?

Airbus A320-214, G-BXKD, was involved in an incident on Runway 09 at Bristol Airport on 15 November 2006. The AAIB investigation examined the landing and subsequent maintenance actions.

What aircraft was involved and where did it happen?

The accident on 15 Nov 2006 involved an Airbus A320-214, registration G-BXKD, at Runway 09, Bristol Airport, GB.