Investigation number
199500776
Occurrence date
State
New South Wales
Report release date
Report status
Final
Investigation type
Occurrence Investigation
Investigation status
Completed
Occurrence class
Incident

Whilst on descent through about FL240 with C autopilot engaged, the aircraft rolled rapidly to the right, but immediately corrected itself. Speedbrakes were extended at the time. Flight Data Recorder information did not reveal any unusual flight control inputs, however individual spoiler positions are not recorded, only the speedbrake control handle position is recorded. A ground functional test of the flight control system was normal, but a loose electrical connector at number 6 spoiler (left wing) power control actuator was found. It is considered that the loose connection may have commanded the spoiler to retract, causing a roll to the right which was corrected by the autopilot. The operator has instigated a fleetwide check of spoiler electrical connections.

Aircraft Details
Manufacturer
The Boeing Company
Model
767-338ER
Registration
VH-OGI
Sector
Jet
Departure point
Melbourne VIC
Destination
Sydney NSW
Damage
Nil