Aircraft excursion at Jaffna-Palaly Airport

No fatalities • Jaffna (Palaly), Sri Lanka • Landing (descent or approach)

An aircraft veered off the runway after landing at Jaffna-Palaly Airport, resulting in damage to the plane and one ground injury.

What happened

Upon completing its landing at Jaffna-Palaly Airport, the aircraft lost control and departed from the runway surface. During the excursion, the plane struck a signpost located near the airfield. The impact caused one soldier, who was positioned on the ground at the time, to sustain injuries.

Findings

While the aircraft sustained damage that rendered it a total loss, there were no injuries reported among the passengers or crew. All 55 occupants of the aircraft successfully evacuated the vehicle without harm. The incident concluded once the aircraft reached a final resting position following the collision with the signpost.

Probable cause

The aircraft lost directional control during the landing roll, leading to a runway excursion.

Frequently asked questions

What happened in the 2003-06-14 Antonov AN-32 accident near Jaffna (Palaly), Sri Lanka?

An aircraft veered off the runway after landing at Jaffna-Palaly Airport, resulting in damage to the plane and one ground injury.

Were there any fatalities in the 2003-06-14 Antonov AN-32 accident?

No fatalities were recorded in this accident.

What aircraft was involved and where did it happen?

The accident on 2003-06-14 involved a Antonov AN-32, registration CR-866, operated by Sri Lanka Air Force, at Jaffna (Palaly), Sri Lanka.

What was the probable cause of the accident?

The aircraft lost directional control during the landing roll, leading to a runway excursion.

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