Aircraft overrun following landing

No fatalities • Udon Thani, Thailand • Landing (descent or approach)

An aircraft failed to decelerate sufficiently after touchdown, resulting in a runway excursion and hull loss.

What happened

Following the completion of the landing phase, the aircraft was unable to come to a halt within the available runway length. The momentum of the vehicle caused it to overshoot the end of the paved surface, eventually coming to a stop after an overrun.

While the incident resulted in no fatalities or injuries, the impact and subsequent excursion caused significant structural damage. The aircraft was subsequently declared a total loss as it was damaged beyond repair.

Findings

  • The primary factor in the accident was the inability to stop within the remaining runway distance after touchdown.

Probable cause

The pilot was unable to decelerate the aircraft sufficiently before reaching the end of the runway.

Frequently asked questions

What happened in the 1987-12-07 Avro 748 accident near Udon Thani, Thailand?

An aircraft failed to decelerate sufficiently after touchdown, resulting in a runway excursion and hull loss.

Were there any fatalities in the 1987-12-07 Avro 748 accident?

No fatalities were recorded in this accident.

What aircraft was involved and where did it happen?

The accident on 1987-12-07 involved a Avro 748, registration HS-THH, operated by Thai Airways International, at Udon Thani, Thailand.

What was the probable cause of the accident?

The pilot was unable to decelerate the aircraft sufficiently before reaching the end of the runway.

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