Investigation number
AO-2023-010
Occurrence date
Location
Sydney Airport
State
New South Wales
Report status
Pending
Investigation type
Occurrence Investigation
Investigation phase
Evidence collection
Investigation status
Active
Aviation occurrence type
Hard landing
Occurrence category
Incident
Anticipated completion

The ATSB is investigating a hard landing involving a Boeing 737-8FE, registered VH-YQR, that occurred at Sydney Airport, New South Wales, on 10 March 2023.

While landing on runway 34R at Sydney Airport, the 737 bounced following the first touchdown. The flight crew continued the landing resulting in a second touchdown with an acceleration of about 3G. There was no reported injuries or damage to the aircraft. The investigation is continuing.

A final report will be released at the conclusion of the investigation. However, should a critical safety issue be identified during the course of the investigation, the ATSB will immediately notify relevant parties so appropriate safety action can be taken.

Aircraft Details
Departure point
Brisbane Airport, Queensland
Destination
Sydney Airport, New South Wales
Model
737-8FE
Serial number
41011
Sector
Jet
Registration
VH-YQR
Operation type
Part 121 Air transport operations - larger aeroplanes
Damage
Nil
Manufacturer
The Boeing Company
Aircraft Operator
VIRGIN AUSTRALIA AIRLINES PTY LTD