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Boeing 737 flight from UK was 'seconds from disaster after software glitch' (metro.co.uk)
22 points by akyuu on June 7, 2024 | hide | past | favorite | 1 comment



Human error:

> Despite an SOP requirement to check the thrust setting on takeoff, the crew did not realise that the thrust was not set correctly until after the takeoff although they had noted how close to the end of the runway they were.

And equipment failure:

> The A/T had disconnected when the TOGA switch was pressed due to a fault with the ASM associated with the thrust lever for engine 1. This disconnect was a known issue with the older type ASMs fitted to the aircraft type. The manufacturer has issued a Fleet Team Digest for operators detailing the issue and the SB for replacing the ASMs with a newer model.




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