Incident Overview
On August 8, 2017, a serious incident took place within the Madrid Terminal Maneuvering Area (TMA). The event involved two aircraft: a Boeing B787-900 with registration N825AA and a Cessna 172-M with registration EC-IEO. The investigation was conducted by the Comisión de Investigación de Accidentes e Incidentes de Aviación Civil (CIAIAC), the Spanish civil aviation accident and incident investigation commission.
Investigation Scope and Objectives
The official report, designated as IN-017/2017, outlines that the investigation is strictly technical in nature. In accordance with Annex 13 of the International Civil Aviation Convention and European Regulation (UE) nº 996/2010, the primary objective is to prevent future accidents and incidents by issuing safety recommendations. The process does not aim to establish blame or liability, nor does it prejudge any judicial decisions.
Operational Context
The incident involved specific airspace configurations for departures toward the north from LECU/LEVS. The investigation analyzed various factors including flight plans, air traffic control actions, and the operation of conflict alert systems. Personnel involved included the crews of both aircraft and air traffic controllers at the relevant control station. The report emphasizes that the findings are intended solely for safety improvement purposes.