What happened
On January 27, 2024, a Boeing 737-8U3, registered as LV-KEF, was operating a scheduled commercial flight from Aeropuerto Internacional Ministro Pistarini (Ezeiza) toward Aeropuerto Internacional Eduardo Krause. During the initial climb phase of the flight, the aircraft experienced hydraulic system issues. In response to the technical malfunction, the flight crew declared an emergency and initiated a return to the departure airport.
The investigation
The investigation focused on the mechanical failure encountered during the ascent. The crew followed established emergency protocols to manage the hydraulic discrepancy. Upon returning to Ezeiza, the aircraft landed safely. A post-flight inspection revealed no visible damage to the airframe or the systems involved in the incident.
Findings
- The aircraft encountered hydraulic problems during the early stages of flight.
- The crew successfully executed emergency procedures.
- There were no injuries reported among the 4 crew members or the 173 passengers on board.
- No structural or system damage was observed following the landing.