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Event ENG16WA032
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On August 7, 2016, a Jetstar Boeing 787, powered by 2 General Electric (GE) GEnx-1B64/P2 engines experienced a right engine (No. 2) low oil quantity indication while cruising over the Pacific. The engine was shutdown and the airplane was diverted to Guam where an uneventful landing was made. This incident is being investigated by the Australian Transport Safety Board and the NTSB is participating as the US Accredited Representative in accordance with ICAO Annex 13 as the State of Manufacturer for the engines and airplane. Source: NTSB Aviation Accident Database Retrieved: 2026-02-12
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