Aircraft accident at Dundo Airport involving loss of directional control

No fatalities • Dundo, Angola • Takeoff (climb)

A twin-engine aircraft veered off the runway at Dundo Airport after experiencing control issues during takeoff, resulting in a collision with power lines.

What happened

During the takeoff roll at Dundo Airport, the twin engine aircraft experienced a loss of directional control. The flight crew initially encountered difficulties maintaining the centerline, causing the plane to drift toward the left side of the runway. Shortly thereafter, while traveling at a speed of 190 km/h, the aircraft swung toward the right and exited the paved surface.

As the aircraft traveled across the rough terrain, it became airborne but subsequently struck overhead power cables. This impact led to an aerodynamic stall, causing the aircraft to crash. The accident resulted in six injuries among the crew members, and the aircraft was completely destroyed.

Findings

  • The aircraft experienced significant directional control problems during the initial stages of the takeoff roll.
  • The sequence of events involved a leftward deviation followed by a rightward veer off the runway.
  • Contact with power lines during the excursion caused the aircraft to stall and impact the ground.

Probable cause

The aircraft veered off the runway during takeoff due to a loss of directional control, subsequently striking power cables.

Frequently asked questions

What happened in the 1994-12-06 Antonov AN-8 accident near Dundo, Angola?

A twin-engine aircraft veered off the runway at Dundo Airport after experiencing control issues during takeoff, resulting in a collision with power lines.

Were there any fatalities in the 1994-12-06 Antonov AN-8 accident?

No fatalities were recorded in this accident.

What aircraft was involved and where did it happen?

The accident on 1994-12-06 involved a Antonov AN-8, registration D2-FVA, operated by Von Haaf Air, at Dundo, Angola.

What was the probable cause of the accident?

The aircraft veered off the runway during takeoff due to a loss of directional control, subsequently striking power cables.

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