On January 4, 1977, a BAc 111 (registration PP-SDS) operated by Transbrasil was involved in an aviation accident near Campinas-Viracopos, Brazil during landing or approach. No fatalities were reported. Investigators recorded the probable cause as: A tire failure upon touchdown caused the aircraft to veer off the runway during heavy rain. This summary draws on records from the Bureau of Aircraft Accidents Archives (B3A); 5 related events involving the same aircraft type or operator are linked below.
An aircraft experienced a tire burst during landing in heavy rain at Campinas-Viracopos Airport, resulting in the plane veering off the runway.
What happened
During an approach to Campinas-Viracopos Airport, the aircraft encountered significant weather conditions characterized by heavy rainfall. Upon making contact with runway 32, a tire failure occurred on the aircraft. This mechanical issue caused the plane to lose directional control, leading it to veer toward the left side of the runway.
The aircraft eventually came to a stop in muddy terrain located approximately 360 meters away from the runway edge. Despite the intensity of the excursion, all 43 occupants were successfully evacuated from the vessel without injury. The incident resulted in the aircraft being declared a total loss due to damage sustained during the event.
Findings
The primary factor contributing to the loss of control was a tire burst immediately following touchdown.
Adverse weather conditions, specifically heavy rain, were present during the landing phase.
Probable cause
A tire failure upon touchdown caused the aircraft to veer off the runway during heavy rain.