Casualties unknown

Abnormal Runway Contact Involving Beechcraft 76 Duchess at Ponte de Sor (CS-DCS)

Ponte de Sor, PT

On February 12, 2018, a Beechcraft 76 Duchess (registration CS-DCS) was involved in an aviation accident near Ponte de Sor, PT. This summary draws on records from the Portuguese Office for the Prevention and Investigation of Accidents in Civil Aviation and Rail (GPIAAF).

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On 12 February 2018, a Beechcraft 76 Duchess (CS-DCS) operated by Escola de Aviação Aerocondor S.A. experienced an abnormal runway contact at Ponte de Sor Airfield, Portugal. No injuries or fatalities are reported.

History of the Flight

On 12 February 2018, at 16:40 UTC, a Beechcraft 76 Duchess, registration CS-DCS, operated by Escola de Aviação Aerocondor S.A., was involved in an abnormal runway contact (ARC) at Ponte de Sor Airfield, Portalegre, Portugal. The flight was classified as an abnormal runway contact event.

Aircraft Information

The aircraft involved was a Beechcraft 76 Duchess, a twin-engine light aircraft commonly used for training and general aviation. The operator was Escola de Aviação Aerocondor S.A. The registration CS-DCS indicates the aircraft was registered in Portugal.

Location and Conditions

The incident occurred at Ponte de Sor Airfield in Portalegre, Portugal. No specific weather conditions or other environmental factors are documented in the available information.

Outcome

According to the available factual data, there were no injuries or fatalities reported. The extent of aircraft damage is not specified. The investigation into the abnormal runway contact was conducted by the Portuguese aviation safety authority.

Investigation

The safety investigation was carried out by GPIAAF (Gabinete de Prevenção e Investigação de Acidentes com Aeronaves e de Acidentes Ferroviários). No probable cause has been determined based on the information provided.

Frequently asked questions

What happened in the 12 Feb 2018 Beechcraft 76 Duchess accident near Ponte de Sor, PT?

On 12 February 2018, a Beechcraft 76 Duchess (CS-DCS) operated by Escola de Aviação Aerocondor S.A. experienced an abnormal runway contact at Ponte de Sor Airfield, Portugal. No injuries or fatalities are reported.

What aircraft was involved and where did it happen?

The accident on 12 Feb 2018 involved a Beechcraft 76 Duchess, registration CS-DCS, at Ponte de Sor, PT.