During a recent recurrent training period in our human factors class, the check airman instructor asked for a show of hands for those who had experienced an engine failure during their careers at the airline. The classroom consisted of about 30 well-seasoned pilots. Barely a quarter of the class raised their hands. The same question was asked for anyone who had experienced more than one engine failure. I scanned the room. My hand was the only one raised. Really?
Memories of Interesting Airline Moments
Key Takeaways:
- The author, a seasoned pilot, recounts three distinct engine failure incidents experienced during their career, highlighting the rarity of such events among peers.
- These incidents included a precautionary engine shutdown on a Twin Otter due to a suspected faulty sensor, an in-flight 767 engine failure, and an aborted 727-200 takeoff due to internal engine damage.
- All three events were safely resolved, underscoring the critical role of proactive pilot decision-making, effective crew training, and aircraft reliability in managing potentially serious in-flight emergencies.
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