Aircraft damage at Lima-25 Airstrip following runway intrusion

No fatalities • Lima-25, Sudan • Landing (descent or approach)

An aircraft sustained irreparable damage at Lima-25 Airstrip after a large group of people entered the runway during the landing phase.

What happened

During the landing phase at the Lima-25 Airstrip, a significant group of approximately 300 local residents entered the active runway area just as the aircraft was touching down. To prevent a direct collision with the crowd, the pilot performed a ground loop to the right. During this emergency maneuver, the aircraft struck various obstacles on the ground.

Findings

  • The aircraft was rendered damaged beyond repair due to the impact with obstacles.
  • There were no casualties reported during the incident.
  • The primary factor in the damage was the unauthorized presence of a large crowd on the runway during touchdown.

Probable cause

The pilot's attempt to avoid a large crowd on the runway resulted in a ground loop and subsequent collision with obstacles.

Frequently asked questions

What happened in the 2000-06-07 Antonov AN-32 accident near Lima-25, Sudan?

An aircraft sustained irreparable damage at Lima-25 Airstrip after a large group of people entered the runway during the landing phase.

Were there any fatalities in the 2000-06-07 Antonov AN-32 accident?

No fatalities were recorded in this accident.

What aircraft was involved and where did it happen?

The accident on 2000-06-07 involved a Antonov AN-32, registration UR-48054, operated by Aviatrans-K Airlines, at Lima-25, Sudan.

What was the probable cause of the accident?

The pilot's attempt to avoid a large crowd on the runway resulted in a ground loop and subsequent collision with obstacles.

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