No fatalities

Aircraft Overrun at Libreville-Léon M'Ba Airport (5N-BDC)

Libreville, GabonLanding (descent or approach)

On August 28, 2001, a BAc 111 (registration 5N-BDC) operated by Eagle Aviation - Nigeria was involved in an aviation accident near Libreville, Gabon during landing or approach. No fatalities were reported. Investigators recorded the probable cause as: Both thrust reverser systems were inoperative. This summary draws on records from the Bureau of Aircraft Accidents Archives (B3A).

Sourcesthe Bureau of Aircraft Accidents Archives (B3A)Source recordUpdated 2026-09-03Data APIEditorial standards

An aircraft overran the runway at Libreville-Léon M'Ba Airport after landing, losing its nose gear. No casualties were reported, but the aircraft was damaged beyond repair. Both thrust reverser systems were inoperative.

Incident Overview and Outcome Following its landing at Libreville-Léon M'Ba Airport, the aircraft experienced difficulties in stopping within the remaining runway distance. As a result, the aircraft overran the runway, lost its nose gear, and came to rest a few dozen meters further down. The incident resulted in no casualties, but the aircraft sustained damage that rendered it beyond repair. ## Official Findings The official investigation reported that both thrust reverser systems on the aircraft were inoperative at the time of the incident. This mechanical failure was identified as the probable cause of the aircraft's inability to stop within the available runway distance.

Frequently asked questions

What happened in the 28 Aug 2001 BAc 111 accident near Libreville, Gabon?

An aircraft overran the runway at Libreville-Léon M'Ba Airport after landing, losing its nose gear. No casualties were reported, but the aircraft was damaged beyond repair. Both thrust reverser systems were inoperative.

Were there any fatalities in the 28 Aug 2001 BAc 111 accident?

No fatalities were recorded in this accident.

What aircraft was involved and where did it happen?

The accident on 28 Aug 2001 involved a BAc 111, registration 5N-BDC, operated by Eagle Aviation - Nigeria, at Libreville, Gabon.

What was the probable cause of the accident?

Both thrust reverser systems were inoperative.