Casualties unknown

2022-12-05: Boeing 737-8AS — Verkehrsflughafen Dortmund, DE

Verkehrsflughafen Dortmund, DE

On December 5, 2022, a Boeing 737-8AS was involved in an aviation accident near Verkehrsflughafen Dortmund, DE. This summary draws on records from the German Federal Bureau of Aircraft Accident Investigation (BFU).

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Boeing 737-8AS
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On 5 December 2022, a Boeing 737-8AS experienced a serious incident during landing at Dortmund Airport. No injuries or damage occurred. The investigation focused on landing performance calculations and runway condition assessment.

Event and Flight Sequence

On 5 December 2022, a Boeing 737-8AS operated a flight to Dortmund Airport. The incident occurred during the landing phase. The aircraft was not damaged, and no injuries were reported among occupants or third parties.

Aircraft and Crew Information

The aircraft was a Boeing 737-8AS. The flight crew consisted of a captain and a copilot, both holding valid licenses and meeting flight time limitations. The investigation also reviewed the training and experience of airport ground handling services personnel.

Weather and Runway Conditions

Meteorological information was collected, including ATIS and METAR reports. Precipitation was present, and a SNOWTAM was issued for the runway. The runway surface condition was measured by the airport operator, and the Global Reporting Format for runway surface conditions was applied. The runway condition assessment matrix (RCAM) was used to evaluate friction and contaminants.

Landing Performance Calculations

The crew performed landing distance calculations during flight planning and in-flight using the Boeing Onboard Performance Tool (OPT). The investigation examined the assumed touchdown point and approach speed. The runway awareness and advisory system (RAAS) was installed on the aircraft.

Investigation Findings

The German Federal Bureau of Aircraft Accident Investigation (BFU) conducted the investigation. The findings included assessments of the actions of the flight crew, the aircraft, weather, airport operator, and airline. The report concluded with safety recommendations for the airport operator and the airline.

Probable Cause

The investigation did not state a probable cause in the provided source.