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Runway excursion at Palu-Mutiara Airport (PK-IHD)

Palu-Mutiara SIS Al-Jufri, IndonesiaLanding (descent or approach)

On January 23, 1976, an Avro 748 (registration PK-IHD) operated by Bouraq Indonesia Airlines was involved in an aviation accident near Palu-Mutiara SIS Al-Jufri, Indonesia during landing or approach. No fatalities were reported. Investigators recorded the probable cause as: The aircraft veered off the runway and struck construction machinery after losing directional control upon landing. This summary draws on records from the Bureau of Aircraft Accidents Archives (B3A); 8 related events involving the same aircraft type or operator are linked below.

Sourcesthe Bureau of Aircraft Accidents Archives (B3A)Source recordUpdated 2026-06-14Data APIEditorial standards

An aircraft veered off the runway and struck construction machinery following touchdown at Palu-Mutiara Airport, resulting in no injuries.

What happened

Upon completing its landing at Palu-Mutiara Airport, the aircraft experienced a loss of directional control. After making contact with the runway surface, the plane drifted from the paved area and exited the side of the runway. During this excursion, the vessel collided with various pieces of construction equipment located near the airfield.

Despite the impact with the machinery, all 32 people on board were able to evacuate the scene without sustaining any injuries. The incident resulted in the aircraft being declared a total loss due to damage sustained during the collision.

Findings

  • The aircraft lost control immediately following touchdown.
  • The excursion led to a collision with stationary construction equipment.

Probable cause

The aircraft veered off the runway and struck construction machinery after losing directional control upon landing.

Related events

Same operator

Frequently asked questions

What happened in the 23 Jan 1976 Avro 748 accident near Palu-Mutiara SIS Al-Jufri, Indonesia?

An aircraft veered off the runway and struck construction machinery following touchdown at Palu-Mutiara Airport, resulting in no injuries.

Were there any fatalities in the 23 Jan 1976 Avro 748 accident?

No fatalities were recorded in this accident.

What aircraft was involved and where did it happen?

The accident on 23 Jan 1976 involved an Avro 748, registration PK-IHD, operated by Bouraq Indonesia Airlines, at Palu-Mutiara SIS Al-Jufri, Indonesia.

What was the probable cause of the accident?

The aircraft veered off the runway and struck construction machinery after losing directional control upon landing.

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