Aircraft overrun during takeoff roll

No fatalities • Khabarovsk, Russia • Takeoff (climb)

An aircraft experienced an overrun during its takeoff roll after the pilot initiated emergency braking, resulting in structural damage but no injuries.

What happened

While performing the takeoff roll, the captain opted to abort the procedure for reasons that remain undetermined. Following this decision, the pilot applied emergency braking to halt the aircraft. Despite these efforts, the aircraft could not stop within the available runway length and subsequently overran the pavement.

During the excursion, the aircraft lost its undercarriage and traveled an additional 218 meters beyond the end of the runway before coming to a complete stop. Although the aircraft sustained significant damage and was declared a total loss, all 46 occupants managed to evacuate the vessel without sustaining any injuries.

Findings

  • The primary factor in the incident was the unexplained decision to initiate emergency braking during the takeoff phase.

Probable cause

The pilot's sudden decision to abort the takeoff roll and apply heavy braking caused the aircraft to exceed the available runway distance.

Frequently asked questions

What happened in the 1988-07-08 Antonov AN-24 accident near Khabarovsk, Russia?

An aircraft experienced an overrun during its takeoff roll after the pilot initiated emergency braking, resulting in structural damage but no injuries.

Were there any fatalities in the 1988-07-08 Antonov AN-24 accident?

No fatalities were recorded in this accident.

What aircraft was involved and where did it happen?

The accident on 1988-07-08 involved a Antonov AN-24, registration CCCP-46669, operated by Aeroflot - Russian International Airlines, at Khabarovsk, Russia.

What was the probable cause of the accident?

The pilot's sudden decision to abort the takeoff roll and apply heavy braking caused the aircraft to exceed the available runway distance.

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