Runway overrun at Siddharthanagar-Gautam Buddha Airport

No fatalities • Siddharthanagar, Nepal • Landing (descent or approach)

A twin-engine aircraft overran the runway at Siddharthanagar-Gautam Buddha Airport, resulting in significant damage to the airframe but no fatalities.

What happened

During an approach to Siddharthanagar-Gautam Buddha Airport, a twin-engine aircraft operated under favorable meteorological conditions, characterized by 8 km visibility and a southeast wind of 4 knots. Upon landing on runway 28, the aircraft failed to decelerate sufficiently before the end of the paved surface. The aircraft continued past the runway threshold, traveling approximately 110 metres into adjacent vegetation. During the excursion, the aircraft's landing gear was detached from the airframe.

While the aircraft sustained damage that rendered it a total loss, there were no fatalities among the passengers or crew. All 32 occupants were able to evacuate the wreckage without injury.

Findings

  • The aircraft was unable to come to a complete stop within the available runway length following touchdown.

Probable cause

The aircraft failed to stop within the runway limits, leading to a runway excursion and structural damage.

Frequently asked questions

What happened in the 2016-09-24 Bae Jetstream 41 accident near Siddharthanagar, Nepal?

A twin-engine aircraft overran the runway at Siddharthanagar-Gautam Buddha Airport, resulting in significant damage to the airframe but no fatalities.

Were there any fatalities in the 2016-09-24 Bae Jetstream 41 accident?

No fatalities were recorded in this accident.

What aircraft was involved and where did it happen?

The accident on 2016-09-24 involved a Bae Jetstream 41, registration 9N-AIB, operated by Yeti Airlines, at Siddharthanagar, Nepal.

What was the probable cause of the accident?

The aircraft failed to stop within the runway limits, leading to a runway excursion and structural damage.

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