AAIB investigation to Boeing 737-8, G-CRUX

Incorrect takeoff performance, London Luton Airport, 22 April 2025

• From: Air Accidents Investigation Branch
• Published: 9 July 2026

• Category: Commercial - fixed wing
• Report type: Bulletin - Correspondence investigation
• Date of occurrence: 22 April 2025
• Aircraft type: Boeing 737-8
• Location: London Luton Airport
• Registration: G-CRUX

A change from the planned departure point led to the aircraft taking off with an incorrect power setting and rotating with fewer than 162 m of the paved runway surface remaining. A very shallow climb resulted in the aircraft reaching a height of 13 ft at the threshold. The operator reviewed its procedures and issued new guidance to crews.

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Published 9 July 2026