Aircraft overrun at Ocaña-Aguas Claras Airstrip

No fatalities • Ocaña, Colombia • Landing (descent or approach)

An aircraft failed to stop after landing at the Ocaña-Aguas Claras Airstrip, resulting in an excursion into a roadside ditch.

What happened

During the landing phase at the Ocaña-Aguas Claras Airstrip, the aircraft failed to decelerate sufficiently before the end of the runway. Due to the inability to halt within the available runway length, the aircraft continued past the paved surface and exited the airstrip. The movement ended when the aircraft came to a stop inside a ditch located adjacent to the landing area.

Findings

There were no fatalities or injuries reported as a result of this incident. The primary factor in the excursion was the inability to stop within the remaining runway distance following touchdown.

Probable cause

The aircraft failed to stop within the available runway length, leading to an overrun into a ditch.

Frequently asked questions

What happened in the 2003-04-30 Basler BT-67 accident near Ocaña, Colombia?

An aircraft failed to stop after landing at the Ocaña-Aguas Claras Airstrip, resulting in an excursion into a roadside ditch.

Were there any fatalities in the 2003-04-30 Basler BT-67 accident?

No fatalities were recorded in this accident.

What aircraft was involved and where did it happen?

The accident on 2003-04-30 involved a Basler BT-67, registration PNC-212, operated by Policía Nacional de Colombia, at Ocaña, Colombia.

What was the probable cause of the accident?

The aircraft failed to stop within the available runway length, leading to an overrun into a ditch.

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