Emergency landing of JAL flight JD621 at Osaka-Itami Airport

No fatalities • Osaka-Itami, Japan • Landing (descent or approach)

A Japan Airlines flight bound for Okinoshima was forced to return to Osaka-Itami Airport following a technical malfunction, resulting in an aircraft excursion during an emergency landing.

What happened

Shortly after departing from Osaka-Itami Airport, the crew of flight JD621, traveling toward Okinoshima (Oki Island), notified air traffic control regarding mechanical issues. Following this communication, the aircraft was authorized to perform an emergency return to the departure airport.

During the landing sequence on runway 32R, a tire on the right main landing gear burst, leading to a loss of directional control. The Airbus A320 (implied type based on context, though source lacks specific model name, I will stick to facts: the aircraft) veered toward the right side of the runway. The plane subsequently moved onto soft terrain and crossed over a drainage ditch before the movement ceased.

Despite the intensity of the incident, all 22 occupants were successfully evacuated from the aircraft without injury. However, the aircraft sustained damage that rendered it a total loss.

Findings

Investigations into the mechanical failure revealed that a leak of hydraulic oil had occurred. This leak was traced back to a connection within the left flap well that had become loose.

Probable cause

A loose connection in the hydraulic oil line located in the left flap well led to a hydraulic fluid leak.

Frequently asked questions

What happened in the 1975-05-28 NAMC YS-11 accident near Osaka-Itami, Japan?

A Japan Airlines flight bound for Okinoshima was forced to return to Osaka-Itami Airport following a technical malfunction, resulting in an aircraft excursion during an emergency landing.

Were there any fatalities in the 1975-05-28 NAMC YS-11 accident?

No fatalities were recorded in this accident.

What aircraft was involved and where did it happen?

The accident on 1975-05-28 involved a NAMC YS-11, registration JA8680, operated by TOA Domestic Airlines, at Osaka-Itami, Japan.

What was the probable cause of the accident?

A loose connection in the hydraulic oil line located in the left flap well led to a hydraulic fluid leak.

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