What happened
During a flight originating from Manila-Ninoy Aquino Airport, the crew initiated an approach to Butuan Airport under favorable meteorological conditions. Upon touchdown on runway 12/30, which has a total length of 1,965 metres, the aircraft failed to decelerate sufficiently before the end of the paved surface. This resulted in a runway excursion where the plane exited the runway, descended down an embankment, and ultimately stopped within a coconut grove.
The impact caused the cockpit area to be partially destroyed. Among the occupants, both pilots sustained serious injuries. Of the passengers on board, 32 passengers suffered minor injuries, while 120 other individuals remained unhurt. The aircraft was determined to be a total loss due to damage sustained during the excursion.
Findings
- The aircraft was unable to come to a halt within the available runway distance following landing.