Runway excursion involving twin-engine aircraft at Lanseria Airport

No fatalities • Lanseria, South Africa • Takeoff (climb)

A twin-engine airplane experienced a loss of altitude immediately following takeoff from Lanseria Airport, resulting in a runway excursion.

What happened

During a recent departure from Lanseria Airport, a twin-engine aircraft failed to maintain altitude shortly after leaving the ground. Immediately following liftoff, the plane descended back toward the airfield, making contact with the runway surface.

As the aircraft impacted the pavement, it transitioned into a belly slide along the runway. The movement continued until the plane eventually came to a complete stop on the active surface. There were no fatalities or injuries reported among the occupants following the incident.

Findings

No specific technical reasons for the loss of altitude were provided in the initial report, though the aircraft's inability to climb after rotation led to the subsequent runway excursion.

Probable cause

The aircraft failed to maintain sufficient altitude during the initial climb phase following liftoff.

Frequently asked questions

What happened in the 1976-12-23 Beechcraft C-45 Expeditor accident near Lanseria, South Africa?

A twin-engine airplane experienced a loss of altitude immediately following takeoff from Lanseria Airport, resulting in a runway excursion.

Were there any fatalities in the 1976-12-23 Beechcraft C-45 Expeditor accident?

No fatalities were recorded in this accident.

What aircraft was involved and where did it happen?

The accident on 1976-12-23 involved a Beechcraft C-45 Expeditor, registration A2-AOS, operated by African Overland Safaris, at Lanseria, South Africa.

What was the probable cause of the accident?

The aircraft failed to maintain sufficient altitude during the initial climb phase following liftoff.

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