Overview
• Operator: Boliviana de Aviación (BoA)
• Aircraft Model: Boeing 737-700
• Registration: CP-3018
• Flight Number: OB-922
• Route: Cochabamba (CBB) to La Paz (LPB)
• Date: 22 February 2025
• Occupants: Not specified
• Casualties: None reported
• Nature of Incident: Bird strike resulting in engine ingestion
Incident Summary
A Boliviana de Aviación (BoA) Boeing 737-700, operating flight OB-922 from Cochabamba to La Paz, experienced a bird strike into one of its CFM56 engines during initial climb.
Following the bird ingestion, the crew decided to return to Cochabamba as a precautionary measure. The aircraft landed safely without further incident.
The airline confirmed the event, stating that the aircraft returned due to the bird strike affecting one of its engines.
Sequence of Events
Pre-incident Conditions:
• Routine departure from Cochabamba (CBB) with no reported technical issues.
• No prior warnings of bird activity on the departure path.
In-flight Occurrence:
• Shortly after takeoff, the aircraft’s CFM56 engine ingested a bird, potentially affecting performance.
• The crew opted to discontinue the climb and return to Cochabamba as a safety precaution.
Landing & Emergency Response:
• The aircraft performed a safe landing back at Cochabamba without further complications.
• No injuries were reported among passengers or crew.
• Ground teams began engine inspections to assess potential damage.
Investigation & Initial Findings
• The affected engine underwent inspection to determine the extent of any internal damage.
• Possible damage scenarios include:
• Fan blade or compressor impact damage.
• Potential debris ingestion into the combustion chamber.
• Vibration or power loss affecting engine performance.
• Further assessments will determine whether an engine repair or replacement is required.
Analysis & Safety Recommendations
• Wildlife hazard management at Cochabamba Airport should be reviewed to mitigate bird strike risks.
• Routine pre-flight bird activity monitoring should be reinforced for high-risk airports.
• Engines involved in bird strikes should undergo thorough inspections, including borescopic evaluations of fan blades and turbine components.
• Pilots should continue adhering to bird strike response procedures, ensuring early detection and immediate response to engine anomalies.
Disclaimer
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