Runway excursion involving aircraft at Bangkok-Suvarnabhumi Airport

No fatalities • Bangkok-Suvarnabhumi, Thailand • Landing (descent or approach)

An aircraft arriving from Guangzhou veered off the runway at Bangkok-Suvarnabhumi Airport during the braking phase, resulting in a nose gear collapse and engine fires.

What happened

During a scheduled night flight arriving from Guangzhou, the crew initiated an ILS approach toward runway 19L at Bangkok-Suvarnabhumi Airport. The landing itself was reported as smooth; however, as the crew began applying brakes, the aircraft type (unspecified in source) traveled approximately 1,000 meters before deviating toward the right side of the runway.

As the aircraft left the paved surface and encountered soft ground, the nose landing gear collapsed. The impact with the earth caused the aircraft to sink, subsequently leading to fires in both engines. Despite the severity of the excursion, all 302 occupants were successfully rescued from the wreckage. Among the passengers, 14 injuries were reported.

Findings

Following the excursion, the aircraft was determined to be a total loss, having sustained damage beyond repair.

Probable cause

The aircraft veered right and exited the runway during the braking phase, leading to a nose gear collapse and engine fires.

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Frequently asked questions

What happened in the 2013-09-08 Airbus A330 accident near Bangkok-Suvarnabhumi, Thailand?

An aircraft arriving from Guangzhou veered off the runway at Bangkok-Suvarnabhumi Airport during the braking phase, resulting in a nose gear collapse and engine fires.

Were there any fatalities in the 2013-09-08 Airbus A330 accident?

No fatalities were recorded in this accident.

What aircraft was involved and where did it happen?

The accident on 2013-09-08 involved a Airbus A330, registration HS-TEF, operated by Thai Airways International, at Bangkok-Suvarnabhumi, Thailand.

What was the probable cause of the accident?

The aircraft veered right and exited the runway during the braking phase, leading to a nose gear collapse and engine fires.

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