Final None Jan 18, 2024

N859GT accident at Miami, FL

Boeing 747-87UF — Fire/smoke (non-impact) at Miami, FL

DateJan 18, 2024
Tail numberN859GT
AircraftBoeing 747-87UF · Boeing 747 · B748
LocationMiami, FL
Phase of flightEnroute
OperationPart 121
InjuriesNone
NTSB caseDCA24LA079

Probable cause

Maintenance personnel’s improper installation and inspection of the port M borescope plug, which resulted in an engine fire.

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