Incident Overview
On 7 August 2016 at 08:30 local time, an Airbus A320-214 operated by Easyjet Airline Company Ltd, registration G-EZUP, diverted to Geneva Airport following a bleed air leak issue on the left wing. The aircraft was performing a scheduled passenger flight under IFR rules from London Gatwick (EGKK) to Bastia (LFKB) with 129 passengers and a crew of two: a Dutch commander (born 1986) and a British first officer (born 1988).
Event Description
While over French territory, the flight crew reported a problem with a bleed air leak on the left wing. In accordance with maintenance requirements, the crew decided to divert to Geneva. The aircraft landed without further incident. The Swiss Transportation Safety Investigation Board (SESE) opened an investigation and issued a preliminary information report.
Aircraft and Operator Details
The aircraft, an Airbus A320-214, was owned and operated by Easyjet Airline Company Ltd, based at London Luton Airport. The flight was a regular commercial service. No damage to the aircraft or injuries to persons were reported in the preliminary information.
Investigation
The SESE preliminary report notes that the investigation is ongoing and that the initial information is provisional and not intended to analyze the circumstances of the accident. No probable cause has been determined at this stage.