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August 12, 2021 · Mcdonnell Douglas MD-11F · N296UP
Phoenix, AZ
Overview
Report Status
Probable Cause
Event Type
Accident
Date
August 12, 2021
Injury Outcomes
No injuries (3 uninjured)
Location
Phoenix, AZ
Aircraft
Mcdonnell Douglas MD-11F (1991)
Tail Number
N296UP
Operator
United Parcel Service
Injuries
None
Aircraft Damage
Substantial
NTSB Number
DCA21LA210
The airplane experienced a tailstrike during a go-around at Phoenix-Sky Harbor International Airport (KPHX). The aircraft was substantially damaged, and there were no injuries. The operator and flight crew reported the flight to KPHX was normal. While on approach the crew noted some virga in the area and a wind shift. The crew reported the touchdown appeared normal and the spoilers began deploying. The pilot flying began to apply thrust reversers, and the crew noted the nose pitch up. The flight crew executed a go-around and returned for an uneventful landing. Post-flight inspection revealed damage to the lower aft fuselage. Maintenance examination revealed damage to the aft pressure bulkhead.
NTSB Probable Cause
Personnel issues-Action/decision-Action-Incorrect action performance-Flight crew
Full Narrative
The airplane experienced a tailstrike during a go-around at Phoenix-Sky Harbor International Airport (KPHX). The aircraft was substantially damaged, and there were no injuries. The operator and flight crew reported the flight to KPHX was normal. While on approach the crew noted some virga in the area and a wind shift. The crew reported the touchdown appeared normal and the spoilers began deploying. The pilot flying began to apply thrust reversers, and the crew noted the nose pitch up. The flight crew executed a go-around and returned for an uneventful landing. Post-flight inspection revealed damage to the lower aft fuselage. Maintenance examination revealed damage to the aft pressure bulkhead.
Flight
Event TypeAccident
Event Time19:56 MST
Nearest AirportPhoenix Sky Harbor (0nm N)
Runway25L
Runway Length7800 ft
Runway Width150 ft
Flight Plan FiledIFR
Flight Plan ActivatedYes
Aircraft FireNo
Aircraft ExplosionNo
Aircraft
AircraftMcdonnell Douglas MD-11F
Tail NumberN296UP
Aircraft CategoryAir
DamageSubstantial
OperatorUnited Parcel Service
Operating RulePart 121
Engines3
Engine TypeTurbofan
Engine DetailsP&W · PW4460 · Turbofan · 60000 | P&W · PW4460 · Turbofan · 60000 | P&W · PW4460 · Turbofan · 60000
Seats7
People & Injuries
Injury SummaryNo injuries (3 uninjured)
Fatal0
Serious0
Minor0
Uninjured3
Total3
Crew 1Age 39 · First Class · None
Crew 2Age 39 · First Class · None
Conditions
ConditionsVMC
LightDusk
Wind340° @ 13 kt, gusting 22 kt
Visibility10 sm
CeilingBroken clouds 7000 ft
Temperature / Dew Point64 F
Altimeter29.86 inHg
Observation Time17:51
Weather SourceWFAC