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BN2T Islander, G-LEAP

Date of occurrence: 27 August 2011

Summary:

Engine anti-icing was not selected ON prior to the aircraft entering engine icing conditions and both engines flamed out. After the aircraft exited these icing conditions, both engines were successfully relit and the aircraft landed without further incident. 

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Report name:
BN2T Islander, G-LEAP
Registration:
G-LEAP
Type:
BN2T Islander
Location:
5 nm south of Swansea Airport
Date of occurrence:
27 August 2011
Category:
Commercial Air Transport - Fixed Wing
Summary:

Engine anti-icing was not selected ON prior to the aircraft entering engine icing conditions and both engines flamed out. After the aircraft exited these icing conditions, both engines were successfully relit and the aircraft landed without further incident. 

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