On February 9, 1998, an Avro 748 (registration 2509) operated by Brazilian Air Force - Força Aérea Brasileira (1941-) was involved in an aviation accident near Navegantes-Itajaí, Brazil during landing or approach. No fatalities were reported. Investigators recorded the probable cause as: The exact cause of the mechanical or operational difficulties encountered after landing remains undetermined. 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.
An aircraft experienced an overrun upon landing at Navegantes-Itajaí Airport, resulting in structural damage but no injuries.
What happened
Following the landing phase at Navegantes-Itajaí Airport, the flight crew encountered unspecified technical issues. As a result of these difficulties, the aircraft exited the runway and overran the paved surface. During the excursion, the plane's undercarriage was lost before the vehicle eventually came to a halt in an adjacent field of grass.
Findings
The incident resulted in zero fatalities and zero injuries among the 25 occupants on board.
The aircraft sustained damage that rendered it a total loss, being classified as damaged beyond repair.
The primary factor in the excursion was the encounter with unknown difficulties immediately following touchdown.
Probable cause
The exact cause of the mechanical or operational difficulties encountered after landing remains undetermined.
What happened in the 9 Feb 1998 Avro 748 accident near Navegantes-Itajaí, Brazil?
An aircraft experienced an overrun upon landing at Navegantes-Itajaí Airport, resulting in structural damage but no injuries.
Were there any fatalities in the 9 Feb 1998 Avro 748 accident?
No fatalities were recorded in this accident.
What aircraft was involved and where did it happen?
The accident on 9 Feb 1998 involved an Avro 748, registration 2509, operated by Brazilian Air Force - Força Aérea Brasileira (1941-), at Navegantes-Itajaí, Brazil.
What was the probable cause of the accident?
The exact cause of the mechanical or operational difficulties encountered after landing remains undetermined.
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