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Japan Air 516 Crash

Joshua chung 14th January, 2024

Dear Aviation Colleagues,

In last week, there was Japan Air 516 crash at Haneda airport.

So, what happened exactly?

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ATC and Pilot Communication: A Critical Intersection

A transcript released by Japan’s Ministry of Land, Infrastructure, Transport, and Tourism (MLIT) reveals key details about the moments leading to the collision. The Dash 8, contrary to ATC instructions to hold short, taxied onto the runway just as JAL516 was cleared to land. This was a critical moment of the accident.

Initial Unawareness and Rapid Response

Upon landing, the pilots of JAL Flight 516 were initially unaware that their jet was on fire following the collision a coastguard. Remarkably, it was a flight attendant who alerted them to the cabin fire. The subsequent evacuation of all 379 on board was executed with life-saving precision, underscoring the importance of crew training and emergency readiness.

Evacuation Under Duress

Despite the aircraft's announcement system being damaged, the crew efficiently used megaphones and direct verbal commands to guide passengers. The flight attendants' quick actions in keeping passengers calm and directing them to leave their belongings behind were the reason that there were only 5 casualties in the crash. The scene at Haneda sharply contrasts with previous evacuation incidents where adherence to safety protocols was less strict.

Investigative Focus: Lighting and Safety Aids

Investigators are also examining the status of airfield lighting and safety aids. A Notice to Air Missions (NOTAM) had listed several aids at HND as out of service, including lights along Taxiway C and centerline lights on Runway 34L. The condition of these aids at the time of the accident could provide crucial information.

Misleading instructions from ATC can cause disasters.

The Haneda incident, like the catastrophic Tenerife disaster of 1977, underscores the critical importance of clear communication between pilots and air traffic control. In Tenerife, miscommunications and misunderstandings in a fog-laden environment led to the deadliest aviation accident in history.

Similarly, the recent Haneda collision highlights how crucial effective communication and adherence to instructions are for aviation safety.

Both events remind us, as aviation professionals, of our responsibility to uphold the highest safety standards and the need for constant vigilance and clear communication in every aspect of our operations.

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