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INCIDENT INVESTIGATION REPORT SUMMIT AIR’S L410 UVP-E20 AIRCRAFT (9N-AMG)
INCIDENT ON 22 MARCH 2020
CIVIL AVIATION AUTHORITY OF NEPAL (CAAN)
SUMMIT AIR L410 UVP E-20 (9N-AMG) INCIDENT INVESTIGATION REPORT 1
AIRCRAFT INCIDENT INVESTIGATION COMMITTEE
CIVIL AVIATION AUTHORITY OF NEPAL
FOREWORD
This report is prepared in accordance with the provisions of Civil Aviation Regulation Rule 83
(b) for the purpose of determining the cause of the incident and recommending safety measures
to prevent such kind of incidents in future.
The investigation committee has categorized this incident as a serious incident.
To find out the actual cause of the incident, the investigation committee used all the available
resources and evidences relevant to the incident investigation. This includes preliminary incident
report, technical information, scrutinizing of relevant aircraft documents, interviews with the
associated crew members and certifying staffs, CVR and FDR read out and analysis.
The sole objective of this investigation shall be the prevention of accidents and incidents. It is
not the purpose of this activity to apportion blame or liability.
Committee composition
Er. Bhesh Raj Subedi Capt. D.R. Nirola
Sr. Inspector (Airworthiness Expert) Sr. Flight Operations Inspector
Civil Aviation Authority of Nepal Flight Safety Standards Department
(Committee Coordinator) Civil Aviation Authority of Nepal
(Committee Member)
Er. Bidhan Shrestha Er. Samrat Pradhan
Dy. Manager Sr. Officer
Flight Safety Standards Department Flight Safety Standards Department
Civil Aviation Authority of Nepal Civil Aviation Authority of Nepal
(Committee Member) (Committee Member)
Date: 08 July 2020
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Table of Contents
Abbreviations
Title
Synopsis
Page No.
1. Factual Information 9
1.1 History of the Flight 9
1.2 Injuries to persons 9
1.3 Damage to aircraft 9
1.4 Other damage 13
1.5 Personal Information 13
1.5.1 Pilot-in-Command 13
1.5.2 Co-pilot 14
1.6 Aircraft Information 15
1.6.1 General 15
1.6.2 Airframe details 15
1.6.3 Engine (Port) 15
1.6.4 Engine (Starboard) 16
1.6.5 Propeller (Port) 16
1.6.6 Propeller (Starboard) 16
1.7 Meteorological Information 16
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1.8 Aids to navigation 16
1.9 Communications 16
1.10 Aerodrome information 17
1.11 Flight Recorders 17
1.12 Wreckage and impact information 17
1.13 Medical and pathological information 17
1.14 Fire 17
1.15 Survival aspects 17
1.16 Tests and Research 17
1.17 Organizational and management information 18
1.18 Additional information 18
1.19 Useful or effective investigation techniques 19
2. Analysis 20
3. Conclusions 24
4. Findings 25
5. Safety Recommendations 27
5.1 Summit Air Pvt. Ltd. 27
5.2 CAAN 28
Appendices
Abbreviations
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A : Aeroplane
AEPPM : Aviation Enforcement Policy and Procedure Manual
AFM : Aircraft Flight Manual
AMSL : Above Mean Sea Level
AOC : Air Operator Certificate
ATC : Air Traffic Controller
ATPL : Air Transport Pilot License
CAAN : Civil Aviation Authority of Nepal
C/B : Circuit breaker
CG : Center of Gravity
CPL : Commercial Pilot License
CRM : Crew Resource Management
CVR : Cockpit Voice Recorder
DME : Distance Measuring Equipment
EOM : Engine Operation Manual
FC : Flight Cycles
FDR : Flight Data Recorder
FH : Flight Hours
FCU : Fuel Control Unit
FSSD : Flight Safety Standards Department
GE : General Electric
GPS : Global Positioning System
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IAS : Indicated Airspeed
IFSD : In-Flight Shut Down
IP : Instructor Pilot
ITT : Interstage Turbine Temperature
Kg : Kilogram
KTM : Kathmandu
LH : Left Hand
LT : Local Time
METAR : Meteorological Terminal Aviation Routine Weather Report
MHZ : Megahertz
MoCTCA : Ministry of Culture, Tourism and Civil Aviation
MSN : Manufacturer Serial Number
MTOW : Maximum Take-off Weight
NG : Gas generator speed
P1 : Pilot in Command
Pax : Passenger
PCL : Propeller Control Lever
PIC : Pilot-in-Command
PPC : Pilot Proficiency Check
QRH : Quick Reference Handbook
RH : Right Hand
RTOW : Regulated Take-Off Weight
RWY : Runway
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SCT : Scattered
SMS : Safety Management System
SOP : Standard Operating Procedure
TCAS : Traffic Collision and Avoidance System
TIA : Tribhuwan International Airport
TCL : Throttle Control Lever
TTSN : Total Time Since New
TSO : Time Since Overhaul
UTC : Coordinated Universal Time
VFR : Visual Flight Rules
VHF : Very High Frequency
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Name of the operator Summit Air Pvt. Ltd.
Manufacturer Aircraft Industries a.s.
Model L410 UVP-E20
Nationality and Registration Marks 9N-AMG
Place of incident In-flight phase
Date of incident 22 March 2020
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SYNOPSIS
Summit Air Pvt. Ltd. owned and operated LET410 UVP-E20 aircraft bearing the Nationality and
Registration Marks: 9N-AMG; MSN: 2912, Flight No. 301 encountered dual engine in-flight
shutdown during its flight from Kathmandu to Lukla on 22 March 2020. The crew diverted the
aircraft to Manthali airport, Ramechhap as it was the nearest one available and landed the aircraft
safely. There were 17 passengers and 3 crew members on board the aircraft.
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1. FACTUAL INFORMATION
1.1 History of the flight
On 22nd March 2020, a LET 410 UVP-E20 aircraft owned and operated by Summit Air Pvt.
Ltd. bearing the Registration Mark: 9N-AMG, Flight No. 301 took off for Tenzing Hillary
Airport, Lukla from TIA, Kathmandu at 06:31 Local Time. The aircraft operation was a
scheduled passenger flight. There were 17 passengers and 3 crew members on board the
aircraft. It was its first flight of the day.
As per the PIC, the crew encountered severe vibrations coming from both the engines when
they were around 25-28 DME from Kathmandu at around 12000 feet. The vibration lasted
for approximately 6-8 seconds and resulted in severe pitch up and down movements. The
F/O informed the PIC that the left engine had suffered failure. The Captain upon inspection
realized that the right engine also had failed. There was no power lever response on both the
engines. The torque and oil pressure readings were zero in both the engines as per the PIC.
The crew diverted the aircraft to Ramechhap since it was the nearest one available and
landed the aircraft safely. There were no casualties.
1.2 Injuries to persons
Injuries Crew Passengers Others
Fatal - - -
Serious - - -
Uninjured 3 17 -
Total 3 17 -
1.3 Damage to aircraft
The aircraft was completely checked for damage during preliminary investigation. The
aircraft’s L/H elevator trim tab coupling was found dislodged upon inspection. The bolt and
nut had come off. The cotter pin was found broken and out of its position lying on the panel.
It is uncertain as to what may have led to the dislodging of the elevator trim coupling.
Additionally, the right elevator trim tab was also checked to confirm the status of the
attachment. The coupling rod was found intact.
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Figure 1. Preliminary investigation of 9N-AMG
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Figure 2. Left elevator trim tab attachment rod found dislodged during preliminary
investigation
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Figure 3. The right elevator trim tab attachment rod which was found intact during
preliminary investigation
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1.4 Other damage
No other damage to third party was found.
1.5 Personnel Information
1.5.1 Pilot-in-Command (PIC)
Gender Male
Date of Birth 17th June, 1968
Nationality Nepalese
CAAN licence Number ATPL-158 (A)
CAAN licence number validity 31-05-2022
Ratings L 410 UVP E-20
Total number of flying hours 13694 Hours
Total number of flying hours on
aircraft type (L410 UVP-E20)
462 Hours
Hours flown in last 7 days 11:10 Hours
Hours flown in last 30 days 66:45 Hours
Duty and rest time in the last 48 hours 20th March 2020- Flown 02:10 Hours 21st March 2020 Duty Off
Last CRM done on June 2019
Last PPC done on January 2020
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1.5.2 Co-pilot
Gender Male
Date of Birth 30th November, 1986
Nationality Nepalese
CAAN license Number CPL-435 (A)
CAAN license Number validity February, 2023
Ratings L 410 UVP E-20
Total number of flying hours 2120 Hours
Total number of flying hours on
aircraft type (L410 UVP-E20)
966 Hours
Hours flown in last 7 days 03:05 Hours
Hours flown in last 30 days 30:35 Hours
Duty and rest time in the last 48 hours 20th & 21st March 2020 Duty Off
Last CRM done on May 2019
Last PPC done on January 2020
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1.6 Aircraft information
1.6.1 General
1.6.2 Airframe details
Aircraft Type L410 UVP-E20
Aircraft MSN 2912
Registration Mark 9N-AMG
Manufacturer Aircraft Industries a.s.
Date of Manufacture 09 April 2014
Validity of C of A 04 March 2022
Name of owner and operator Summit Air Pvt. Ltd.
Aircraft Category Transport (Passenger)
Maximum Take-off Weight 6600 Kg
A/C TTSN 5104:46 FH
A/C Landings 7143 FC
Aircraft Last Weighing Date 29 December 2017
Aircraft Last Schedule Inspection/Check
done
P1 Check carried out on 12 March 2020.
1.6.3 Engine (Port)
Manufacturer GE Aviation
Engine Type GE-H80-200
Engine Serial No. 142010
Hours done (TSO) 1793:20 FH
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1.6.4 Engine (Starboard)
Manufacturer GE Aviation
Engine Type GE-H80-200
Engine Serial No. 182006
Hours done (TSO) 1208:59 FH
1.6.5 Propeller (Port)
Manufacturer AV-725
Propeller Serial No 140020
Hours done (TSO) 469:15 FH
1.6.6 Propeller (Starboard)
Manufacturer AV-725
Propeller Serial No 150028
Hours done (TSO) 564:15 FH
1.7 Meteorological information
The en-route weather to Lukla and Ramechhap were fine.
1.8 Aids to navigation
The aircraft was equipped with all the required navigation instruments except TCAS.
There is no TCAS installed in this aircraft.
1.9 Communications
Communications at the time of the incident between the aircraft and ATC (Manthali
Airport Tower) were by VHF radio frequency.
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1.10 Aerodrome information
Not applicable since the incident occurred during the flight phase.
1.11 Flight Recorders
The aircraft was equipped with Cockpit Voice Recorder (CVR) and Flight Data
Recorder (FDR). FDR was downloaded in-situ the aircraft in the day of incident. The
CVR was brought to Kathmandu and downloaded in the organization’s avionics shop
in the presence of CAAN investigation committee members. The committee
transcribed the CVR recordings. Summit Air provided the FDR analysis graph to the
committee for investigation purpose. Raw data from the FDR was extracted and sent
to Aircraft Industries a.s., Czech Republic for analysis. The CVR transcription and
FDR analysis graph are attached in the Appendix “E”.
Component Model Part Number Serial Number
Cockpit Voice Recorder FA 2100 2100-1020-02 000916450
Flight Data Recorder FA 2200 2202-2600-00 000905171
1.12 Wreckage and impact information
Not applicable.
1.13 Medical and Pathological information
Not carried out due to Covid-19 pandemic followed by complete lockdown of the
nation.
1.14 Fire
There was no pre or post-impact fire.
1.15 Survival aspects
All the passengers and crew members survived the incident. There was no casualty. The
passengers were evacuated safely from the aircraft with the help of cabin crew.
1.16 Tests and Research
Not applicable.
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1.17 Organizational and management information
Summit Air Pvt. Ltd.
Summit Air Pvt. Ltd (formerly known as Goma Air Pvt. Ltd.) head office is located at
Muni Bhairav Marga, Subidhanagar, Kathmandu. It started its operation with two
"Cessna Grand Caravan 208 B" from February 24, 2011. Summit Air introduced brand
new LET 410 UVPE-20 (18 passenger seat) aircraft in October 2014 and extended its
operation to the other STOL airfields of Nepal being based in Kathmandu.
The Air Operator’s Certificate (AOC) valid on the date of the incident, was first issued by
Civil Aviation Authority of Nepal on October 11, 2010. As of the date of the incident,
Summit Air was operating scheduled and charter flights with 4 LET410 UVP-E20
aircrafts (including the incident aircraft).
The organization was issued with NCAR Part-145 approval certificate on 4 December
2014 and NCAR Part-M certificate on 7 Jan 2018 from CAA Nepal.
Civil Aviation Authority of Nepal (CAAN)
The Civil Aviation Authority of Nepal (CAAN) is a government organization established
to regulate the civil aviation activities in the country. The Flight Safety Standards
Department of CAAN is responsible for the safety oversight of airline operators and
conducts Airworthiness and Flight Operations audits in accordance with the audit
schedule. The divisions and sections under the FSSD are Airworthiness Inspection
Division, Flight Operations Section, Flight Standards and Licensing Division and
Recreational Aviation Section.
1.18 Additional information
Not applicable.
1.19 Useful or effective investigation techniques
The Captain, First Officer, maintenance manager and certifying staff were called for
questioning in line with the incident. They were handed down with the questionnaire
which is included in the “Appendix D”.
The committee decided to send the FDR and CVR data to the respective aircraft and
engine manufacturers to seek their assistance in the investigation. The committee
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transcribed the CVR recordings for analysis purpose. The FDR raw data and CVR
recordings along with transcription were sent to the aircraft manufacturer (Aircraft
Industries a.s.) and engine manufacturer (GE Aviation) for necessary analysis and
investigation purpose.
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2. ANALYSIS
The committee examined the following records of the operators.
1. Aircraft Technical Log Page (ATLP) of last 1 year (TLP No: C2040 dated 21.03.2019 to
TLP No: C3292 dated 21.03.2020).
2. Airframe logbook
3. Engine logbook
4. Propeller logbook
5. Aircraft Flight Manual
6. Normal / Emergency Checklist
7. Quick Reference Handbook (QRH)
8. Load and Trim sheet
9. Passenger and Cargo Manifest
10. Competency card of crew members
11. Flight and duty time limitation records of the crew members
12. Record of major maintenance work carried out in last 6 months before the incident date
13. Refresher / continuation training record of certifying staffs
14. List of applicable service bulletins and airworthiness directives
CVR analysis
In the CVR recordings, the vibration could be heard after approximately 22 seconds of
take-off. It lasted for approximately 6 seconds. The vibration was of mild nature. The co-
pilot had told the Captain about it to which the latter replied that the vibration was present
on earlier flights as well. However, upon examining the technical log page of the earlier
flights, there was no such snag entries done.
During the cruise phase i.e. 10 mins 11 seconds after take-off, severe vibration occurred
followed by engine failure. Initially the Co-pilot told the Captain that left engine had
failed. The Captain after checking the parameters told the Co-pilot that even the right
engine had failed. However, this cannot be confirmed in the CVR transcription.
FDR analysis
Detailed study of the FDR data revealed that in-flight engine shutdown occurred due to
the momentary fuel supply interruption to the engine. The main reason for the fuel supply
interruption could not be ascertained as there could be many possibilities. Severe
vibration of the aircraft could have caused the crews to panic and mishandle the aircraft
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by not following the proper procedure mentioned in their Aircraft Flight Manual. The
vibration which was very severe in nature and that lasted for 6-8 secs approximately was
enough to puzzle and distract the crew as to what was really happening to the aircraft.
They assumed the vibration was coming from the engines due to which they opted to
reduce the power. Subsequent action by the crew members were not performed in
accordance with the procedures mentioned in their AFM.
The FDR raw data was sent to the Aircraft Industries a.s. The following parameters were
analyzed.
1. Aircraft speed
2. Autopilot signal
3. Minimum oil pressure signal
4. Propeller speed
5. Vertical acceleration
6. Altitude
7. Gas generator speed
8. Pitch and roll angles
9. TCL position
The following parameters were found not registered correctly. Altogether 12 parameters
were found wrong.
1. Torque LH – registered in the range between 106% to 107% 2. Torque RH – registered in the range between 104% to 109% 3. Rudder Surface Position – always from +20 to +22 degree 4. AIR/Ground – always “In Air” 5. Engine L Beta Range – always “IN BETA” 6. Engine R Beta Range – always “IN BETA” 7. Min Fuel Press L – always “Low Press” 8. Min Fuel Press R – always “Low Press” 9. Brake LH – always below zero (-4,5kp/cm2) 10. Brake RH – always below zero (-3,6kp/cm2) 11. Hydraulic Press Main – always below zero (-6,7kg/cm2) 12. Hydraulic Press Emergency – always below zero (-2,7kg/cm2)
FDR event analysis
During wind milling both propellers were at high 1400-1600 rpm because the propellers
were not in Feather position. There is a significant difference between Np in both
engines. The aircraft was gliding for approx. 200 seconds and dived approx. 6000 feet.
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R/H 1st in-flight restart with dwell at Idle. Most likely restart in emergency mode. The
TCL was above idle and the engine stabilized at idle most likely because of emergency
mode was engaged.
L/H 1st in-flight restart with rapid acceleration to 100% Ng and immediate shut down.
L/H rapid acceleration to 100% likely from L/H in Governing mode and TCL above T/O.
The TCL was above idle and the engine did not stop in idle.
L/H 2nd in-flight restart with dwell at approximately 20% Ng. Engine was operating in
emergency mode and the slow acceleration is manually controlled.
L/H engine shut down followed by successful recovery. Most likely the engine was being
operated back in normal main circuit control.
Ng fluctuations in both engines and final R/H engine shut down. Most likely the engine
was being operated back in normal main circuit control.
Data analysis- CVR / FDR comparison
In the FDR analysis, both throttle control levers were not returned to IDLE. The FDR
data confirms the position above T/O position.
In the CVR analysis, P1 requested P2 to switch isolation valve OFF (not specified which
engine). But this action is not in accordance with the EOM – Emergency Practice, 6.
Emergency Circuit of the Fuel Control Unit Application as per the analysis done by GE
Aviation.
Both engines suffered uncommanded IFSD most likely caused by fuel interruption. The
engines were windmilling for approximately 3 minutes, where the aircraft lost altitude
and speed.
Continuous operation with no oil pressure could cause damage in the bearings due to
insufficient lubrication. The propeller speed indicates the propellers were not in feather
position (from 1900 RPM to 1600 RPM on R/H engine and 1400 RPM on L/H engine).
AFM Section III, Emergency Procedures – Flight with two engines inoperative request to
feather the propellers. The R/H engine was successfully started. The analysis indicates
that the start procedure was in an emergency mode and PCL was in forward position,
above T/O position. Fast Ng acceleration with no dwell at approximately 20% Ng could
produce GT blade thermal damage.
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AFM, Section III A Abnormal Procedures, Use of Emergency Fuel Control Unit: TCL
lever must be in IDLE to engage the emergency mode. The L/H engine had a start
attempt followed by second IFSD. The analysis indicates that the start procedure was in
normal main circuit mode and the throttle in full forward position which is not following
the AFM instructions. This aggressive start is likely to cause higher ITT than allowed,
which most likely caused GT blades thermal damage. CVR confirms the discussion
regarding isolation valve during the fast acceleration event. It is not clear if the
emergency mode was engaged.
The L/H engine successfully started – slow start. The analysis indicates that the start
procedure was in emergency mode which is confirmed by FDR and CVR. The L/H
engine experienced one Ng rollback and successfully recovered. Analysis suggest that the
engine was operated in normal main circuit mode. As per EOM, Emergency Practices,
Section 6.5: In-flight transition from Emergency circuit to Main engine control circuit is
not allowed. Ng fast recoveries might cause higher ITT than allowed, which can cause
GT blades thermal damage. The R/H engine experienced a few Ng fluctuations and
finally shut down (lowest peak is 40% Ng) during approach. Ng fast recoveries might
cause higher ITT than allowed, which can cause GT blades thermal damage.
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3. CONCLUSIONS
The most likely root cause for the dual engine in-flight shutdown is a sudden fuel
interruption event. The reason for such occurrence can be determined only after the
engines are completely stripped down and investigated in the engine manufacturer
facility or an authorized repair center or any other decision made by the engine
manufacturer owing to its accountability.
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4. FINDINGS
i. As per the CVR readout, the PIC was aware of the vibration that existed on the
earlier flights but did not bother to inform the certifying staffs about it. There was
no technical entry made in the technical logbook.
ii. The organization has established SMS unit. However, the reporting culture is
found not implemented effectively. The PIC was found not to have reported the
aircraft vibration issue which was present in the previous flights to the concerned
department.
iii. Despite the F/O making him aware of the vibration on the incident day, the PIC
disregarded it and continued the flight.
iv. During the engine failure event, the crew did not act in accordance with the AFM
and produced significant reduction in aircraft speed and altitude thus endangering
the safety of aircraft and its occupants by putting them in a high risk zone. Both
the propellers were not in feathering position after in-flight shut-down which was
not in accordance with the procedure as per AFM.
v. L/H engine in-flight restart with rapid acceleration to 100% Ng and immediate
shut down most likely caused by improper use of the emergency mode and the
flight procedures, most likely damaging the GT blades.
vi. Slow acceleration in the second start of L/H engine was caused by manually
operating in the emergency mode.
vii. The gas generator speed (Ng) oscillations during landing most likely caused by
change from emergency mode to normal circuit mode and then operating in
normal main circuit mode with air contamination in the FCU. EOM does not
allow change from emergency mode to normal main circuit mode in-flight, which
is against the aircraft safety and procedure.
viii. When the crew decided to divert to Ramechhap, the PIC could not determine the
exact location of Ramechhap airport. Despite the co-pilot asking him frequently
about its position, the PIC could not identify Ramechhap location. The PIC was
completely disoriented due to severe panic.
ix. Reported losses of torque are not possible to confirm due to erroneous parameters
in the FDR.
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x. The aircraft’s L/H elevator trim tab coupling was found dislodged upon
preliminary inspection. The cotter pin was found broken and out of its position
lying on the panel.
xi. There are altogether 12 parameters of FDR found registered not correctly.
xii. The organization was found not complying with the recommendation issued by
the Government of Nepal Aircraft Accident Investigation Commission of L410
UVP-E20; 9N-AMH aircraft which met with an accident on 14 April 2019 at
Lukla.
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5. SAFETY RECOMMENDATIONS
5.1 Summit Air Pvt. Ltd.
a. The organization shall conduct basic technical and performance classes for the
involved flight crews under the supervision of CAAN Flight Operations
Inspector(s) before releasing the crew for normal flights.
b. The PIC should fly with IP for at least 300 hours before being released to fly
independently with line pilots. The concerned IP shall be accountable for any
occurrences on the part of the PIC after clearing him for normal flights till the
completion of 100 hours.
c. Both the pilots must undergo CRM class especially focusing on human factors and situational awareness.
d. The IP should give more emphasis on the standard use of SOP and must instruct
the pilots on the proper usage of checklist as per the situation. Such instruction
class shall be monitored by CAAN.
e. The organization shall ensure that any snag / abnormalities encountered in the
aircraft must be entered in the Aircraft Technical Log Page. The message should
be conveyed to the concerned department immediately for taking appropriate
action.
f. The organization shall comply with the recommendation issued by the
Government of Nepal Aircraft Accident Investigation Commission of L410 UVP-
E20; 9N-AMH aircraft which met with an accident on 14 April 2019 at Lukla.
The operator should carry out the modification of the FDR of all its L410 UVP-
E20 aircrafts within one year period.
g. The operator must carry out download, read-out, and analysis of FDR of its
aircrafts at every 3 months or 300 hours interval whichever comes earlier. This
should be defined in its Customized Maintenance Schedule.
h. The engines (S/N 142010 and S/N 182006) of 9N-AMG aircraft shall be sent to
the manufacturer or an authorized repair center for engine strip down and detailed
investigations or any other decisions made by the engine manufacturer owing to
its accountability. The operator shall submit the investigation report to CAAN.
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i. The primary and secondary flight controls attachment checks for integrity &
security shall be done at every 100 hours instead of 1200 hours (P3 check). The
inspection interval must be amended in the operator’s Customized Maintenance
Schedule.
j. The organization shall conduct SMS classes emphasizing on reporting culture for
all the crew members including technical personnel for effective SMS
implementation.
5.2 Civil Aviation Authority of Nepal (CAAN)
a. CAAN should form an enforcement committee to take appropriate actions on the
involved crew members and company as per CAAN Aviation Enforcement Policy
and Procedure Manual (AEPPM) for the violation of the SOP, SMS and
Operations Manual. CAAN should ensure that the operator complies with the
recommendations issued by the enforcement committee prior to releasing the
flight crew for normal flights.
b. CAAN should issue a circular to all the aircraft operators regarding the concerned
IP being accountable for any occurrences on the part of the PIC after clearing
him/ her for normal flights until the completion of 100 hours.
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APPENDIX A
Copy of Aircraft Technical Log
Page of the incident day
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APPENDIX B
Copies of statements
• PIC
• Co-pilot
• Cabin crew
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APPENDIX C
Copies of Load and Trim Sheet and
Passenger Manifest of the incident day
Copy of Aeronautical Service Log
Page of Manthali Airport, Ramechhap
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APPENDIX D
Questionnaires of crew members,
Maintenance Manager and
Certifying Staff
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APPENDIX E
CVR Transcription
&
FDR analysis graph
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\ APPENDIX F
Dual engine IFSD Investigation
Report by GE Aviation Czech
Republic (Engine Manufacturer)