AAIB investigation to BN2T-4S Islander, G-CGTC

BN2T-4S Islander (G-CGTC), Dual engine failure, City of Derry Airport, Eglinton, Londonderry, 12 November 2020

From:
Air Accidents Investigation Branch
Published
16 September 2021
Category:
Commercial - fixed wing
Report type:
Bulletin - Field investigation
Date of occurrence:
12 November 2020
Aircraft type:
BN2T-4S Islander
Location:
City of Derry Airport, Eglinton, Londonderry
Registration:
G-CGTC

Summary:

The aircraft suffered a double engine failure, likely due to intake icing, while operating in IMC at approximately 7,000 ft amsl. After an initial glide descent both engines were successfully restarted and the aircraft made a powered landing at Eglinton. The operator has taken safety action related to winter operations, use of anti-icing systems and pilot wellbeing.

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Published 16 September 2021