B757-200 flight crew reported sparks emitted from the circuit breaker panel during climbout; resulting in loss of multiple systems resulting return to the departure airport.
Synopsis
B757-200 flight crew reported sparks emitted from the circuit breaker panel during climbout; resulting in loss of multiple systems resulting return to the departure airport.
Narrative
Climbing through FL190 - experienced sparks emitting from the overhead CB panel where it meets the overhead panel. In rapid succession the Captain's (PFD) Primary Flight Display/(MFD) Multi-function Flight Display; Autopilot; Autothrottle; (IRS) Inertial Reference System; GPS; FMS; Transponder and other equipment failed. An immediate turn back to ZZZ airport was initiated. Captain transferred aircraft control to FO (First Officer). Captain requested priority handling and we were given speed relief 250 kt./10;000 feet. Conducted a visual backed up with the ILS to Runway XX. Uneventful landing. Stopped on runway. Fire/Rescue met the airplane. Company towed us back to the gate.Cause: Electrical issue.
Second reporter narrative
During climbout; passing FL190; experienced sparks emitting from the overhead circuit breaker panel. In rapid succession the Captain's (PFD) Primary Flight Display/(MFD) Multi-function Flight Display; Autopilot; Autothrottles; left (IRS) Inertial Reference System; left GPS; FMS; and #1Transponder failed. (FO's) First Officer's instruments and backup instruments were operating normal. An immediate turn back to ZZZ airport was initiated. Captain transferred aircraft control to FO. Captain requested priority handling and we were given speed relief in excess of 250 kt below 10;000 feet. Conducted a visual approach backed up by the ILS to Runway XX. Uneventful landing. Stopped on runway. Fire/Rescue met the airplane. No smoke or fumes present; so crew did not evacuate the aircraft. Company towed us back to the gate.Cause: Unknown electrical malfunction.
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