Aircraft overrun during landing in October 2006

No fatalities • Alek, South Sudan • Landing (descent or approach)

An aircraft failed to stop on the runway during landing in October 2006, resulting in an overrun and significant structural damage.

What happened

During the month of October 2006, an aircraft was performing its landing sequence when it failed to decelerate sufficiently within the available runway length. Due to the insufficient remaining distance, the aircraft overran the end of the runway.

As a result of the overrun, the aircraft experienced the loss of its nose landing gear. The impact and subsequent movement caused damage to both propellers. Despite the significant impact, all five occupants managed to exit the aircraft without sustaining any injuries. The aircraft was subsequently determined to be a total loss, as the damage was beyond repair.

Findings

  • The aircraft was unable to come to a complete stop before the end of the paved surface.
  • The primary factor in the accident was the inability to stop the aircraft within the remaining runway distance.

Probable cause

The aircraft failed to stop within the available runway length during the landing phase.

Frequently asked questions

What happened in the 2006-10-31 Avro 748 accident near Alek, South Sudan?

An aircraft failed to stop on the runway during landing in October 2006, resulting in an overrun and significant structural damage.

Were there any fatalities in the 2006-10-31 Avro 748 accident?

No fatalities were recorded in this accident.

What aircraft was involved and where did it happen?

The accident on 2006-10-31 involved a Avro 748, registration S2-ABE, operated by Astral Aviation, at Alek, South Sudan.

What was the probable cause of the accident?

The aircraft failed to stop within the available runway length during the landing phase.

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