Hong Kong plane crash investigation reveals engine acceleration post-landing

A preliminary report on the recent plane crash in Hong Kong has revealed that the engine of the Boeing 747 accelerated after it touched down. The incident, involving a flight from Dubai operated by Turkey-based ACT Airlines, occurred on October 20th and resulted in the aircraft skidding and colliding with a security patrol car, causing the vehicles to end up in the sea. Sadly, two workers in the car lost their lives, while the four crew members on the plane were unharmed. The Transport and Logistics Bureau shared on Facebook that initial findings suggested the flight, as well as factors such as weather and runway conditions, were all normal before the accident occurred. The Air Accident Investigation Authority categorized the crash as an accident, pointing out that the Number 4 engine experienced an acceleration post-landing. The investigation is now directed towards understanding why the thrust lever of this engine was in the forward thrust position, exploring possibilities such as potential issues that led to its loss of control. The investigation will delve deeper into aircraft systems, engine conditions, maintenance records, and human factors. Authorities aim to complete a detailed report within a year, with assistance from Turkey's Transport Safety Investigation Center, the U.S. National Transportation Safety Board, and experts from Boeing. The aircraft was being operated under lease by Emirates, a Dubai-based long-haul carrier.