Aviation Accident Summaries

Aviation Accident Summary ENG19WA012

Aircraft #1

VNA-621

AIRBUS A321

Factual Information

On February 2, 2019, a Vietnam Airlines A321-272N Neo, powered by two P&W PW1130G-JM geared fan engines experienced an No. 2 (right ) engine failure while in cruise. It was reported that a stall warning was detected followed by high vibration and an exhaust gas temperature overlimit warning. The flight crew diverted the flight and landed safely in Lahore, Pakistan. Ground inspection of the effected engine found damage to the low pressure turbine stage 3 blades. The Pakistan Civil Aviation Authority is conducting an investigation and the National Transportation Safety Board is participating an Accredited Representative for the State of Manufacturer of the engines.

 

Source: NTSB Aviation Accident Database

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