No fatalities

2005-08-08: Antonov AN-12 (T-300) — Angola Air Force - Força Aérea Nacional Angolana — Luena, Angola

Luena, AngolaLanding (descent or approach)

On August 8, 2005, an Antonov AN-12 (registration T-300) operated by Angola Air Force - Força Aérea Nacional Angolana was involved in an aviation accident near Luena, Angola during landing or approach. No fatalities were reported. This summary draws on records from the Bureau of Aircraft Accidents Archives (B3A); 8 related events involving the same aircraft type or operator are linked below.

Sourcesthe Bureau of Aircraft Accidents Archives (B3A)Primary reportUpdated 1781199416Data APIEditorial standards

A four-engine aircraft veered off the runway during its landing roll at Luena Airport, resulting in significant aircraft damage but no injuries.

What happened

During the landing phase at Luena Airport, a four-engine aircraft experienced a loss of directional control. As the aircraft was decelerating on the runway, it veered off the paved surface and came to a halt in the adjacent area.

Despite the severity of the excursion, there were no casualties reported. All occupants on board managed to evacuate the aircraft without sustaining any injuries. However, the impact and the nature of the excursion resulted in the aircraft being damaged beyond repair.

Findings

  • The aircraft departed the runway during the landing roll.
  • The incident resulted in zero fatalities and zero injuries.
  • The structural damage to the airframe was terminal.