Casualties unknown

2014-04-30: B737-500 - Boeing \B777-200 - Boeing (VQ-BBT\ EI-XLI) — during Flight - AIR, EG

during Flight - AIR, EG

On April 30, 2014, a B737-500 - Boeing \B777-200 - Boeing (registration VQ-BBT\ EI-XLI) was involved in an aviation accident near during Flight - AIR, EG. This summary draws on records from the Egyptian Aircraft Accident Investigation Directorate (EAAID).

Sourcesthe Egyptian Aircraft Accident Investigation Directorate (EAAID)Primary reportUpdated 1781150177Data APIEditorial standards

A B777-200 (flight TSO857) and a B737-500 (VQ-BBT, flight KAR1963) experienced a near mid-air collision. A TCAS resolution advisory was issued. The incident occurred near Vnukovo International Airport.

Factual Information

A near mid-air collision occurred between a Boeing 777-200, operating as flight TSO857, and a Boeing 737-500 with registration VQ-BBT, operating as flight KAR1963. The incident took place in the vicinity of Vnukovo International Airport (UUWW).

Aircraft Information

The Boeing 777-200 (registration EL-XLUP) was operating flight TSO857. The Boeing 737-500 (registration VQ-BBT) was operating flight KAR1963.

Incident Sequence

During the flight, a Traffic Alert and Collision Avoidance System Resolution Advisory (TCAS-RA) was issued. The aircraft avoided collision. No specific details on injuries or damage were provided in the source.

Meteorological and Communication Information

No specific information was provided in the source.

Probable Cause

The investigation report did not state a probable cause.