AIRBUS A330 - 223

Melbourne, Australia — May 6, 2014

Event Information

DateMay 6, 2014
Event TypeINC
NTSB NumberENG14WA012
Event ID20140507X03024
LocationMelbourne, Australia
CountryAS
Coordinates-37.67333, 144.84334
AirportMelbourne Aerodrome
Highest Injury—

Aircraft

MakeAIRBUS
ModelA330 - 223
CategoryAIR
Aircraft DamageMINR

Conditions

Light Condition—
Weather—

Injuries

Fatal0
Serious0
Minor0
None0
Total Injured0

Event Location

Probable Cause

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Full Narrative

On May 6, 2014, at 10:52 am local time, an Airbus A330-223 performed a rejected takeoff at the Melbourne Aerodrome, Melbourne, Victoria Australia, due to the failure of the No. 2 engine (right), a Pratt & Whitney PW4168 turbofan. No injuries were reported.

The investigation is being conducted by the AustralianTransport Safety Board (ATSB). The NTSB is participating as the US Accredited Representative as the state of manufacturer for the engines. The ATSB can be contacted at [email protected] or by phone locally at (02) 6257 4150 or by phone internationally at +61 2 6257 4150.

About This NTSB Record

This aviation event was investigated by the National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB). NTSB investigates all U.S. civil aviation accidents to determine probable cause and issue safety recommendations to prevent future accidents.

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