Aer Lingus flight EI605, operating from Amsterdam to Dublin, declared a MAYDAY during its approach to Dublin after experiencing an engine failure. The incident occurred shortly before 18:00 on January 28, when the aircraft’s left-hand CFM56 engine shut down during descent. The Airbus A320 landed safely with emergency services on full standby.
- Flight and Aircraft Information
The affected aircraft was an Airbus A320 operating Aer Lingus’ high-frequency shuttle service between Amsterdam and Dublin. - Nature of the Emergency
The MAYDAY was declared after the left engine shut down, prompting standard emergency procedures. - Safe Landing in Dublin
The aircraft landed safely on runway 10L at Dublin Airport, with no injuries reported. - Post-Incident Actions
The aircraft remains grounded as Aer Lingus and Ireland’s Air Accident Investigation Unit (AAIU) conduct technical inspections. - Passenger Impact
The disruption caused missed onward connections for several passengers, with rebooking extending into the following day due to limited seat availability. - Passenger Rights
Under EU261 regulations, affected travellers are entitled to duty-of-care and may qualify for compensation depending on investigation findings.