Total power loss involving a Fokker B.V. F28 MK 3000, VH-EWG, Launceston Aerodrome, Tasmania, on 14 July 1995

Soon after take-off the aircraft was observed to drift to the right of the runway centreline and disappear into cloud. Subsequently the pilot broadcast a PAN call advising that the right engine had failed. The aircraft was vectored for a return to the airfield where a single engine landing was accomplished.

Maintenance checks disclosed that the engine was slow to accelerate and, that at 90% N2, the compressor stalled. A fuel control unit change and rigging check did not clear the problem; therefore, the engine was changed.

The engine has been placed into long term storage consequently the cause of the problem has yet to be established. A major defect report has been submitted to the Civil Aviation Safety Authority.