Boeing 747SP
Historical safety data and incident record for the Boeing 747SP aircraft.
Safety Rating
10/10Total Incidents
1
Total Fatalities
0
Incident History
Linhas Aéreas de Moçambique - LAM
Maputo Maputo City District
Shortly after takeoff from Maputo Airport, while climbing, the engine n°3 failed, exploded and caught fire. Debris struck the engine n°4 and punctured the right wing and a fuel tank, causing a severe fire. The crew was cleared for an immediate return. Following a normal approach and landing, the aircraft was stopped on the main runway and all 66 occupants evacuated safely. The aircraft was considered as damaged beyond repair.
Safety Profile
Reliability
Reliable
This rating is based on historical incident data and may not reflect current operational safety.
Primary Operators (by incidents)
Linhas Aéreas de Moçambique - LAM1