Aircraft overrun during takeoff at Luena Airport

No fatalities • Luena, Angola • Takeoff (climb)

An aircraft experienced an aborted takeoff at Luena Airport, resulting in an overrun and significant damage to the airframe.

What happened

While performing the takeoff roll at Luena Airport, the flight crew encountered an unforeseen issue that necessitated an immediate abort of the takeoff procedure. Despite the crew's efforts to halt the movement, the aircraft could not be brought to a stop within the available runway length. As a result, the plane overran the end of the runway and came to a halt.

There were no fatalities or injuries reported among the occupants during the incident. However, the aircraft sustained damage that was determined to be beyond economical repair.

Findings

  • The crew was forced to terminate the takeoff roll due to an unexpected situation.
  • The remaining runway distance was insufficient to stop the aircraft before exiting the paved surface.

Probable cause

The aircraft was unable to stop within the remaining runway length following an aborted takeoff.

Frequently asked questions

What happened in the 2001-02-19 Antonov AN-26 accident near Luena, Angola?

An aircraft experienced an aborted takeoff at Luena Airport, resulting in an overrun and significant damage to the airframe.

Were there any fatalities in the 2001-02-19 Antonov AN-26 accident?

No fatalities were recorded in this accident.

What aircraft was involved and where did it happen?

The accident on 2001-02-19 involved a Antonov AN-26, registration T-225, operated by Angola Air Force - Força Aérea Nacional Angolana, at Luena, Angola.

What was the probable cause of the accident?

The aircraft was unable to stop within the remaining runway length following an aborted takeoff.

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