Incident Overview
On 27 October 2023 at 14:51 UTC, an Airbus A320-214 operated by Edelweiss Air was conducting a scheduled passenger flight from Zurich Airport (LSZH) to Faro Airport (LPFR) under instrument flight rules (IFR). During the takeoff roll on runway 32, the aircraft deviated markedly to the left of the runway centerline shortly before reaching decision speed V1. The crew aborted the takeoff.
Aircraft and Flight Details
The aircraft, registered HB-IHY, was an Airbus A320-214 owned and operated by Edelweiss Air AG, based in Zurich. The flight had 2 pilots, 5 cabin crew members, and 106 passengers on board.
Sequence of Events
According to the preliminary report by the Swiss Safety Investigation Service (SUST), the deviation occurred during the takeoff roll. The aircraft left the centerline abruptly, prompting the crew to reject the takeoff. No further details about the duration of the roll or the exact distance traveled were provided.
Damage and Injuries
No injuries were reported among the crew, passengers, or third parties. The aircraft sustained light damage: the melt valve of the left main landing gear was triggered. No other damage or third-party property damage was noted.
Investigation Status
The SUST opened an investigation into the serious incident. This preliminary report contains a brief provisional account without conclusions. The investigation is ongoing.