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MD83's left engine failed shortly after takeoff. The crew elected to return visually after declaring an emergency and shutting down the engine.
| Attributes | |
| ACN | 961402 |
| Time | |
| Date | 201107 |
| Local Time Of Day | 1801-2400 |
| Place | |
| Locale Reference | ZZZ.Airport |
| State Reference | US |
| Environment | |
| Light | Night |
| Aircraft 1 | |
| Make Model Name | MD-83 |
| Operating Under FAR Part | Part 121 |
| Flight Phase | Takeoff |
| Flight Plan | IFR |
| Component | |
| Aircraft Component | Turbine Engine |
| Person 1 | |
| Function | First Officer Pilot Not Flying |
| Person 2 | |
| Function | Captain Pilot Flying |
| Qualification | Flight Crew Air Transport Pilot (ATP) |
| Events | |
| Anomaly | Aircraft Equipment Problem Critical |
Narrative:
The captain was flying and after takeoff at about 1;000 ft AGL there was a single loud bang and pronounced aircraft yaw. The left engine failed. I declared an emergency with ATC and informed them of our intention for an immediate return for landing. The captain leveled off at 2;000 ft MSL we retracted the flaps and started a right turn for downwind. We elected to stay at this altitude while in the pattern considering the good weather. There was some rotation noted on the dead engine; which lead us to secure the left side referencing the engine failure/ inflight shutdown check list. As we were in a close pattern and had ATC and other distractions; time didn't allow for the completion of this list. Completed the before landing checklist and landed and were met by arff. The chief reported everything looked normal and then escorted us to the gate. Upon arrival at the terminal we did have hot brakes on the left wheels and appropriate actions were taken by arff and ground personnel. This was leg number ten of my three day sequence and yes I was tired and looking forward to a few days off. We were airborne for about 8 minutes; kept the cabin crew in the loop the best we could and landed safely.
Original NASA ASRS Text
Title: MD83's left engine failed shortly after takeoff. The crew elected to return visually after declaring an emergency and shutting down the engine.
Narrative: The Captain was flying and after takeoff at about 1;000 FT AGL there was a single loud bang and pronounced aircraft yaw. The left engine failed. I declared an emergency with ATC and informed them of our intention for an immediate return for landing. The Captain leveled off at 2;000 FT MSL we retracted the flaps and started a right turn for downwind. We elected to stay at this altitude while in the pattern considering the good weather. There was some rotation noted on the dead engine; which lead us to secure the left side referencing the ENG FAILURE/ INFLIGHT SHUTDOWN check list. As we were in a close pattern and had ATC and other distractions; time didn't allow for the completion of this list. Completed the Before Landing Checklist and landed and were met by ARFF. The Chief reported everything looked normal and then escorted us to the gate. Upon arrival at the terminal we did have hot brakes on the left wheels and appropriate actions were taken by ARFF and ground personnel. This was leg number ten of my three day sequence and yes I was tired and looking forward to a few days off. We were airborne for about 8 minutes; kept the cabin crew in the loop the best we could and landed safely.
Data retrieved from NASA's ASRS site as of April 2012 and automatically converted to unabbreviated mixed upper/lowercase text. This report is for informational purposes with no guarantee of accuracy. See NASA's ASRS site for official report.