The Transport Accident Investigation Commission (TAIC) in New Zealand has commenced an investigation into an engine issue on approach involving a GIE Avions de Transport Régional ATR 72, ZK-MVL, near Wellington Airport, New Zealand on 1 September 2024.
During final approach, at about 300 feet, there was a low oil pressure caution, then an engine fault and engine fire warning for the aircraft’s left engine. The crew declared a mayday, landed safely and stopped on the runway. Airport emergency services attended promptly, and passengers and crew were evacuated on to the runway, with no serious injuries reported.
The TAIC has requested assistance and the appointment of an accredited representative from the ATSB.
To facilitate this support and to provide the appropriate protections for the information, the ATSB appointed an accredited representative in accordance with paragraph 5.23 of the International Civil Aviation Organization Annex 13 and commenced an investigation under the Australian Transport Safety Investigation Act 2003.
TAIC is responsible for the investigation and release of the final investigation report regarding this accident. Any enquiries regarding the investigation should be addressed to the TAIC via the contact details listed below:
Email: comms@taic.org.nz
Web: taic.org.nz