Summary
During the take-off ground roll at approximately 90 kts, the left engine ingested a Galah and the gas producer (Ng) speed reduced to below 60% accompanied by the ignition light illuminating. Power was reduced and the take-off was discontinued. Maintenance investigation found a bird carcass and feathers partially blocking the engine air intake. After removal and inspection for damage, ground runs were carried out to verify engine performance parameters, and the aircraft was returned to service.
Occurrence summary
| Investigation number | 199805541 |
|---|---|
| Occurrence date | 10/12/1998 |
| Location | Lismore Aerodrome |
| State | New South Wales |
| Report release date | 11/12/1998 |
| Report status | Final |
| Investigation type | Occurrence Investigation |
| Investigation status | Completed |
| Mode of transport | Aviation |
| Aviation occurrence category | Rejected take-off |
| Occurrence class | Incident |
Aircraft details
| Manufacturer | Saab Aircraft Co. |
|---|---|
| Model | SF-340B |
| Registration | VH-OLN |
| Sector | Turboprop |
| Operation type | Air Transport Low Capacity |
| Departure point | Lismore NSW |
| Destination | Casino NSW |
| Damage | Nil |