Boeing 777 Loses Power in Both Engines, Lands Short in London

From the National Transportation Safety Board Aviation Accidents website, here is the Preliminary Report:

NTSB Identification: DCA08RA028
Scheduled 14 CFR Non-U.S., Commercial operation of British Airways
Accident occurred Thursday, January 17, 2008 in London, United Kingdom
Aircraft: Boeing 777-236ER, registration: G-YMMM
Injuries: 2 Minor, 191 Uninjured.

"On January 17, 2008, at 12:42 UTC, a British Airways Boeing 777-236ER, registration G-YMMM, s/n 30314, landed short of runway 27 left at Heathrow International Airport, London, England. The 136 passengers deplaned by using the emergency slides and there are 2 minor injuries reported. The UK Air Accident Investigation Branch (AAIB)is investigating and Bill English (AS-10) is launching as the US accredited representative with Steve Magladry (AS-40) assisting as the systems technical specialist. The FAA and Boeing will be technical advisors."

According to media reports, the pilots reported a loss of power while on a 2-mile final approach to land.

Anytime there is an aviation accident, the role maintenance might play in its probable cause, or as a contributing factor, is of keen interest to PAMA. The simultaneous loss of power in both engines while on final approach is of great concern to everyone. While we will not speculate on the causes of this accident, potential maintenance involvement is an issue that will be addressed by the investigative team. We'll keep you apprised here on the findings of the official investigation.

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