Incident Overview
On November 14, 2023, at 19:00 local time, an EasyJet Switzerland Airbus A320-214, registration HB-JZR, declared a fuel emergency and landed at Zurich Airport (LSZH). The aircraft was operating a scheduled passenger flight from Nice Côte d'Azur Airport (LFMN) to Geneva Airport (LSGG) under Instrument Flight Rules (IFR).
Aircraft and Crew
The aircraft, an Airbus A320-214 manufactured by Airbus S.A.S., was owned by AWAS 4034 Limited and operated by EasyJet Switzerland SA. On board were 2 flight crew members, 4 cabin crew members, and 187 passengers. No injuries were reported among crew, passengers, or third parties, and the aircraft sustained no damage.
Flight Details
The flight, conducted as commercial air transport, departed from Nice and was en route to Geneva when the crew declared a fuel emergency due to low fuel quantity. The aircraft subsequently diverted to Zurich Airport, where it landed safely.
Post-Landing Fuel Status
After landing, the remaining fuel was found to be below the absolute minimum requirement for final reserve fuel, as stipulated by regulations. The Swiss Transportation Safety Investigation Board (SUST) opened an investigation into the serious incident.