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Aircraft Overrun and Building Collision at Banlung Airport (XU-314)

Banlung, CambodiaLanding (descent or approach)

On February 25, 1996, an Antonov AN-24 (registration XU-314) operated by Kampuchea Airlines was involved in an aviation accident near Banlung, Cambodia during landing or approach. No fatalities were reported. Investigators recorded the probable cause as: Believed failure of the braking systems and at least one tire burst after touchdown. This summary draws on records from the Bureau of Aircraft Accidents Archives (B3A).

Sourcesthe Bureau of Aircraft Accidents Archives (B3A)Source recordUpdated 2026-09-03Data APIEditorial standards

An aircraft overran the runway at Banlung Airport after landing, lost its undercarriage, and struck a building. All 42 occupants evacuated safely, and the aircraft was damaged beyond repair.

Incident Overview and Outcome Following its landing at Banlung Airport, the aircraft was unable to stop within the remaining runway distance. The aircraft overran the runway, lost its undercarriage, and ultimately collided with a building. All 42 occupants on board evacuated safely. The aircraft sustained damage beyond repair. ## Contributing Factors The investigation source indicates that the braking systems are believed to have failed. Additionally, at least one tire is believed to have burst after touchdown. These factors are cited as the likely reasons the aircraft could not stop within the available distance.

Probable cause

Believed failure of the braking systems and at least one tire burst after touchdown.

Frequently asked questions

What happened in the 25 Feb 1996 Antonov AN-24 accident near Banlung, Cambodia?

An aircraft overran the runway at Banlung Airport after landing, lost its undercarriage, and struck a building. All 42 occupants evacuated safely, and the aircraft was damaged beyond repair.

Were there any fatalities in the 25 Feb 1996 Antonov AN-24 accident?

No fatalities were recorded in this accident.

What aircraft was involved and where did it happen?

The accident on 25 Feb 1996 involved an Antonov AN-24, registration XU-314, operated by Kampuchea Airlines, at Banlung, Cambodia.

What was the probable cause of the accident?

Believed failure of the braking systems and at least one tire burst after touchdown.

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