Casualties unknown

Investigation of Boeing 737-809 with Registration B-18603

CKS Airport, TW

On October 31, 2000, a Boeing/B737-800 (registration B-18603) was involved in an aviation accident near CKS Airport, TW. This summary draws on records from the Taiwan Transportation Safety Board (TTSB).

Sourcesthe Taiwan Transportation Safety Board (TTSB)Primary reportUpdated 2026-10-18Data APIEditorial standards

The Aviation Safety Council investigated an incident involving a Boeing 737-809 (B-18603) operating as flight AE838, as per report ASC-AIR-01-09-001. No probable cause was determined.

Report Identification

The Aviation Safety Council (ASC) conducted an investigation under report number ASC-AIR-01-09-001. The report header includes the notation "10 31" and "89," which may indicate a date of October 31, though the year is not explicitly stated. The flight involved is designated as AE838.

Aircraft Information

The aircraft involved in the event was a Boeing 737-809, registration B-18603. The type is a twin-engine narrow-body jetliner, commonly used in commercial operations. The registration is consistent with aircraft in the Taiwanese registry.

Investigation Details

The investigation was carried out by the ASC, the aviation safety authority in Taiwan. The source material does not provide further details about the nature of the occurrence, such as location, injuries, or damage. No probable cause is stated in the report. The report number ASC-AIR-01-09-001 suggests a serial designation within the ASC's reporting system.

Conclusion

Based on the available information, the report confirms the involvement of a Boeing 737-809 (B-18603) on flight AE838, with an investigation by the ASC. The probable cause is not specified.

Frequently asked questions

What happened in the 31 Oct 2000 Boeing/B737-800 accident near CKS Airport, TW?

The Aviation Safety Council investigated an incident involving a Boeing 737-809 (B-18603) operating as flight AE838, as per report ASC-AIR-01-09-001. No probable cause was determined.

What aircraft was involved and where did it happen?

The accident on 31 Oct 2000 involved a Boeing/B737-800, registration B-18603, at CKS Airport, TW.