Hydraulic involving a Fokker B.V. F28 MK 3000, VH-EWF, Norfolk Island, on 29 October 1994

The No. 1 hydraulic system failed soon after take off. The flaps retracted to 6 degrees and the right main landing gear warning light illuminated. The pilot declared an emergency and the aircraft was held until emergency services were in place. Emergency landing gear extension was successful and a normal landing followed, but without nosewheel steering, requiring the pilot to use asymmetric braking. Subsequent investigation revealed the No. 1 engine hydraulic pump pressure outlet elbow had failed, allowing a complete loss of fluid from the No. 1 system.

The operator has consequently revised the inspection criteria for all hydraulic system elbows fleet wide.