Jan 9, 2008
Accident
Substantial Detroit, MI
InjuriesNone
Phase of Flight-
ConditionsVMC
OperationFAR 121
Probable Cause
The separation of the engine cowling which resulted from maintenance personnel failing to follow maintenance procedures in that they did not latch the engine cowling following the maintenance inspection. A factor associated with the accident was their attention was divereted from the task when another mechanic asked for assistance.
NTSB CHI08LA071