Investigation Report

AW139 Struck Lamp Post While Taxiing to Park

AAIBAir Accidents Investigation Branch

AW139, 5N-BOX 06-24

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Summary

An AW139 struck a lamp post while taxiing to park at Norwich Airport, damaging all five main rotor blades without injury. The investigation examines misinterpretation of stand markings and attention during manoeuvring. Safety action introduced marshalling for crews not based at Norwich and planned replacement of stand markings.

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About This Record
Original title
AW139, 5N-BOX 06-24
Publisher
Air Accidents Investigation Branch
Type
Investigation Report
Date
9 May 2024
Topic
Human Factors
Activity
Helicopter Operations
Equipment
Helicopter
Control
Operating and Work Procedures
Link
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