Investigation number
200101999
Occurrence date
Location
Darwin, Aero.
Report release date
Report status
Final
Investigation type
Occurrence Investigation
Investigation status
Completed
Occurrence category
Incident
Highest injury level
None
Local safety action
Fatigue was a possible factor underlying the error. Management
at the maintenance facility subsequently issued a safety alert and
maintenance memo, stressing the importance of following the correct
procedures and proper maintenance practices. Management has also
instituted weekly meetings of engineers to discuss safety
matters.
Aircraft Details
Manufacturer
The Boeing Company
Model
747
Registration
VH-EAB
Serial number
22672
Operation type
Air Transport High Capacity
Departure point
Cairns, QLD
Destination
Darwin, NT
Damage
Nil