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Date A/C Type Location Occ Num
05.09.2001 B757 Trent (TNT) 200106194
Flt Phase Location Info
CRUISE 8nm S
Occ Classification Event(s)
Occurrences Smoke / Fumes (not engine)
Crew Illness / Incapacitation
Emergency Call
Diversion /Return
Engine Malfunction
PAN declared following smoke on flight deck due contamination of air conditioning system. Adverse reactions felt by some crew members. A/c returned.
In climb, oily smell noticed on flight deck which then steadily worsened and became apparent in mid cabin. Adverse reactions felt by some crew members. Air conditioning was identified as source of smell and QRH actioned for both air conditioning fumes and fume removal. PAN declared and a/c returned. Windows opened after landing but fumes/haze remained and were noted by both fire personnel and engineers on entry onto a/c.
LH and RH engine spinner/anti ice tubes removed, cleaned and refitted iaw Rolls-Royce Troubleshooting Procedure and FIM 71-05-00. APU inspected and no evidence of cracking or oil contamination/leaks - APU oil level checked and found correct. Fault recurred during subsequent airtest, therefore, ADDs raised for LH engine/APU/air conditioning pack component changes. See also 2001/03044 and 2001/03661 (same a/c).
CAA Closure: Investigation progressed under 2000/08363.