BOEING 787

Over the Pacific, PO — August 7, 2016

Event Information

DateAugust 7, 2016
Event TypeINC
NTSB NumberENG16WA032
Event ID20160817X93540
LocationOver the Pacific, PO
CountryUN
AirportGUAM INTL
Highest InjuryNONE

Aircraft

MakeBOEING
Model787
CategoryAIR

Conditions

Light Condition—
Weather—

Injuries

Fatal0
Serious0
Minor0
None320
Total Injured0

Full Narrative

On August 7, 2016, a Jetstar Boeing 787, powered by 2 General Electric (GE) GEnx-1B64/P2 engines experienced a right engine (No. 2) low oil quantity indication while cruising over the Pacific. The engine was shutdown and the airplane was diverted to Guam where an uneventful landing was made.

This incident is being investigated by the Australian Transport Safety Board and the NTSB is participating as the US Accredited Representative in accordance with ICAO Annex 13 as the State of Manufacturer for the engines and airplane.

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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