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March 26, 2021 · Bombardier CL-600-2C10 · N709PS

North Canton, OH

Overview

Report Status
Final with probable cause
Event Type
Incident
Date
March 26, 2021
Location
North Canton, OH
Aircraft
Bombardier CL-600-2C10 (2004)
Tail Number
N709PS
Operator
Psa Airlines
Injuries
None
Aircraft Damage
Minor
NTSB Number
ENG21LA023

The outboard glass ply failed due to a fracture along the bottom aft edge of the window caused by an electrical arcing event. The arcing event was caused by moisture ingression that came into contact with the window heating terminal block braid wires.

NTSB Probable Cause

Aircraft-Aircraft structures-Windows-windshield system-Flight compartment windows-Incorrect service/maintenance

Full Narrative

An evaluation of the fracture pattern indicated that the outboard glass ply failed due to a fracture along the bottom aft edge of the window. The conductive film interlayer located under the outboard ply reached a high enough temperature during the arcing event that it melted and fractured the outboard glass ply of the window. The arc escaped via the glass fracture, allowing the arc to come into contact with and melt the humpseal sealant. There were no indications of any burning or fire events on the inboard surface of the window (including the power terminal block). The event was contained to the outboard glass ply. The power terminal block was removed, and no damage was noted to the wiring and solder connections. There was evidence of moisture ingress and degradation of the interlayer of window was noted in some areas around the periphery of window. Humpseal degradation and improper humpseal repair techniques were noted.

Flight

Event TypeIncident
Event Time06:40 EDT
Nearest AirportAkron-Canton Rgnl (10nm E)
Flight Plan FiledIFR
Flight Plan ActivatedYes
Aircraft FireIflt
Aircraft ExplosionNo

Aircraft

AircraftBombardier CL-600-2C10
Tail NumberN709PS
Aircraft CategoryAir
DamageMinor
OperatorPsa Airlines
Operating RulePart 121
Engines2
Engine TypeTurbofan
Engine DetailsGe · CF34 SERIES · Turbofan · 9140 | Ge · CF34 SERIES · Turbofan · 9140
Seats80

People & Injuries

Fatal0
Serious0
Minor0
Uninjured0
Total0

Conditions

ConditionsVMC
LightDawn
WindCalm
CeilingNone
Temperature / Dew Point0 C / 0 C
Altimeter0
Weather SourceWFAC

Appendix: Source Data