Overview
• Operator: Maldivian Airlines
• Aircraft Model: de Havilland Dash 8-300
• Registration: 8Q-IAK
• Flight Number: Q2-124
• Route: Malé (MLE) to Fuvahmulah Island (FVM)
• Date: 23 February 2025
• Occupants: Not specified
• Casualties: None reported
• Nature of Incident: Engine shutdown during approach, requiring abnormal flight path adjustment
Incident Summary
A Maldivian Airlines de Havilland Dash 8-300, operating flight Q2-124 from Malé to Fuvahmulah Island, experienced an engine issue on approach, prompting the crew to shut down one of the engines as a precaution.
The aircraft flew past the extended runway centerline before executing a right-hand 270-degree turn to realign with runway 11 for a safe landing.
The airline acknowledged the event, describing it as an engine issue that was “not a big problem.” However, a team of engineers was dispatched to Fuvahmulah Island for further assessment.
Passengers observed that one of the propellers stopped turning just before the aircraft made an unexpected turn before final approach. Emergency services were on standby upon landing.
Sequence of Events
Pre-incident Conditions:
• The aircraft was on approach to Fuvahmulah Island’s runway 11, with no prior reported technical issues.
In-flight Occurrence:
• During the final approach phase, the crew detected an engine anomaly and shut down one of the engines.
• The aircraft overshot the extended runway centerline, requiring an unplanned 270-degree right turn to realign with the runway.
Landing & Emergency Response:
• The aircraft landed safely on runway 11 without further complications.
• Emergency services were on standby, but no injuries or structural damage were reported.
• The aircraft came to a complete stop on the runway, requiring engineering inspection before further movement.
Investigation & Initial Findings
• The nature of the engine issue remains unclear, but common causes for in-flight engine shutdowns include:
• Propeller governor failure, affecting propeller speed regulation.
• Fuel supply or ignition system malfunction, leading to abnormal engine operation.
• Oil pressure or temperature irregularities, triggering automatic shutdown procedures.
• Undetected foreign object ingestion, affecting engine performance.
• The aircraft is currently under inspection by Maldivian Airlines engineers at Fuvahmulah Island.
Analysis & Safety Recommendations
• Routine engine health monitoring should be emphasized for the Dash 8-300 fleet, particularly for fuel, ignition, and propeller control systems.
• Crew training on single-engine handling procedures proved effective in ensuring a safe landing despite engine failure.
• Passengers should be briefed on abnormal procedures, especially when a shutdown requires unexpected maneuvers before landing.
• If engine failure is linked to a systemic issue, a fleet-wide review may be necessary to prevent similar occurrences.
Disclaimer
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