Runway excursion resulting in ground fatality in 1993

1 fatality • Cuamba, Mozambique • Landing (descent or approach)

An aircraft veered off the runway and into a grassy area during a 1993 incident, resulting in one fatality on the ground.

What happened

During an unspecified event occurring in 1993, an aircraft failed to maintain the runway centerline during its landing phase. The crew missed the paved surface, causing the plane to exit the runway and come to a stop in a nearby grassy area. While the aircraft remained intact, the excursion resulted in a fatal collision with a person located on the ground.

Findings

  • There were no injuries or fatalities reported among the passengers or the crew members on board the aircraft.
  • The incident resulted in one death involving an individual on the ground.
  • The specific cause for the deviation from the runway remains unknown.

Probable cause

The cause of the aircraft missing the runway is currently undetermined.

Frequently asked questions

What happened in the 1993-12-31 Antonov AN-26 accident near Cuamba, Mozambique?

An aircraft veered off the runway and into a grassy area during a 1993 incident, resulting in one fatality on the ground.

Were there any fatalities in the 1993-12-31 Antonov AN-26 accident?

The accident was fatal, resulting in 1 fatality.

What aircraft was involved and where did it happen?

The accident on 1993-12-31 involved a Antonov AN-26, registration 024, operated by Mozambique Air Force - Força Aérea de Moçambique, at Cuamba, Mozambique.

What was the probable cause of the accident?

The cause of the aircraft missing the runway is currently undetermined.

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