Incident Overview
On May 14, 2011, at approximately 0112 UTC, an Air Cuenca Boeing 737-500, registration HC-CJB and serial number 26287, experienced a loss of directional control while landing on runway 23 at Mariscal Lamar Airport (CUE) in Cuenca, Ecuador. During the landing roll, the airplane veered off the runway near the departure end and crossed the adjacent turnout/taxiway. The airplane came to rest with the left main landing gear off the taxiway. There were no injuries reported, and damage to the airplane was minor.
Investigation
The accident is under investigation by the Junta Investigadora de Accidentes de la República del Ecuador. As the State of Manufacture and Design of the airplane and engines, the United States National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB) has appointed an Accredited Representative to assist in the investigation under the provisions of ICAO Annex 13.
Aircraft and Operator
The aircraft involved was a Boeing 737-500, registration HC-CJB. The operator was Air Cuenca. The specific flight number or purpose of the flight was not disclosed in the initial report.
Location and Conditions
The incident occurred at Mariscal Lamar Airport in Cuenca, Ecuador. The runway involved was runway 23. Additional details about weather, visibility, or time of day (other than UTC time) were not provided in the source.
Aftermath
There were no injuries to passengers or crew. The airplane sustained minor damage. The investigation continues to determine the factors leading to the loss of directional control.