BAW A35K enroute on Feb 19th 2026, temporary engine failure
Last Update: August 18, 2026 / 19:05:26 GMT/Zulu time
Incident Facts
Date of incident
Feb 19, 2026
Classification
Incident
Airline
British Airways
Flight number
BA-274
Departure
Las Vegas, United States
Destination
London Heathrow, United Kingdom
Aircraft Registration
G-XWBR
Aircraft Type
Airbus A350-1000
ICAO Type Designator
A35K
The aircraft remained on the ground in London until Feb 26th 2026 before returning to service.
The European Union Aviation Safety Agency (EASA) issued a proposal of Airworthiness Directive 26-087 reasoning:
During in-service operation, one engine fire switch self-released in flight, causing an engine in-flight shut-down (IFSD). Subsequent investigation identified that a mechanical shock to the fire ICP FIN 245VM resulted in internal damage to the fire switch locking mechanism. Further analysis demonstrated that mechanical shocks could induce latent internal damage not detectable directly on the fire handle.
This condition, if not detected and corrected, could result in an in-flight engine(s) shut down and consequent reduced control of the aeroplane.
To address this potential unsafe condition, Airbus issued the ISB, providing instructions for inspection and replacement of affected part. The ISB also includes instructions stipulating that, if any damage is identified, the affected part must be returned to the supplier for inspection and repair. Airbus has also implemented production controls, ensuring that aeroplanes with an aeroplane reference date later than 01 August 2026 are delivered with parts not subjected to mechanical shock prior to installation.
For the reasons described above, this AD requires a one-time general visual inspection (GVI) of the affected part and, depending on findings, accomplishment of applicable corrective action(s).
Incident Facts
Date of incident
Feb 19, 2026
Classification
Incident
Airline
British Airways
Flight number
BA-274
Departure
Las Vegas, United States
Destination
London Heathrow, United Kingdom
Aircraft Registration
G-XWBR
Aircraft Type
Airbus A350-1000
ICAO Type Designator
A35K
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