Summary
Debris was found on the runway shortly after the aircraft had landed. Maintenance investigation found that the number 1 engine thrust reverser was damaged. The number 5, 7 and 8 blocker doors were broken, and the variable guide vane cover panel was missing. The BASI investigation was not able to determine the cause of the failure.
Occurrence summary
| Investigation number | 199504278 |
|---|---|
| Occurrence date | 15/12/1995 |
| Location | Melbourne Aerodrome |
| State | Victoria |
| Report release date | 19/11/1996 |
| Report status | Final |
| Investigation type | Occurrence Investigation |
| Investigation status | Completed |
| Mode of transport | Aviation |
| Occurrence class | Incident |
Aircraft details
| Manufacturer | The Boeing Company |
|---|---|
| Model | 747-438 |
| Registration | VH-OJF |
| Sector | Jet |
| Operation type | Air Transport High Capacity |
| Departure point | Singapore |
| Destination | Melbourne Vic |
| Damage | Minor |