An A-10C with the Moody Air Force Base 23rd Fighter Group experienced an engine failure at 3:45 p.m. Monday, scattering pieces of the engine over the vicinity of Ray City.

The aircraft did land safely at Moody AFB without civilian or aircraft personnel injuries, according to a press release submitted by the Moody Public Affairs Office.

While there were no injuries, some engine parts fell from the aircraft during the incident, and minor property damage occurred. Individuals who have experienced property damage due to this incident may also contact the 23rd Wing Legal Office at 229-257-3414 for the processing of any claims.

“An interim safety board has been formed and we are expecting to convene a formal safety investigation board, which will have 30 days to complete their report,” said Lt. Col. Ed Lengel, 41st Rescue Squadron commander and interim safety board president. “We are unable to release any information on the cause or nature of this incident until all of the facts have been evaluated and a formal report has been issued.”

The cause of the incident is under investigation. Residents of the Ray City area are advised to not move or touch any fallen debris, but instead call Moody AFB Public Affairs immediately. A representative from Moody will arrive to map the part’s location to aid the safety investigation.

“We are trying to gather as many pieces of the engine as possible to aid in the safety investigation to try to reconstruct the events leading to the engine failure,” said Moody AFB Public Affairs Spokesman Tsgt. Parker Gyokeres.

Gyokeres advises the public not to touch or move any parts as the original order and location of how the parts fell is critical to the investigation.

“We need everything to accurately place this puzzle together,” said Gyokeres.

“We are committed to finding the cause and preventing further occurrences of this engine malfunction,” said Col. Kenneth Todorov, 23rd Wing commander. “To do this, we need your help with the investigation. If you locate any pieces, it is very important you not disturb them and notify us right away at (229) 257-3395 or (229) 257-2641.”