Engine fire during takeoff roll leads to aircraft abandonment

No fatalities • Sarir, Libya • Takeoff (climb)

An aircraft experienced an engine fire during its takeoff roll, forcing the pilot to abort the procedure and resulting in the loss of the airframe.

What happened

During the initial stages of a takeoff roll, smoke began to fill both the cockpit and the passenger cabin. In response to the developing situation, the pilot executed an emergency procedure to abandon the takeoff.

The aircraft was brought to a complete stop on the runway. Following the stoppage, all six occupants successfully evacuated the cabin. Despite the successful evacuation, the aircraft was subsequently destroyed by fire.

Findings

Investigations into the incident suggest that an engine caught fire while the aircraft was accelerating for takeoff. The specific reason for the ignition of the engine remains unknown.

Probable cause

An engine fire occurred during the takeoff roll for undetermined reasons.

Frequently asked questions

What happened in the 1970-12-29 Beechcraft D18 accident near Sarir, Libya?

An aircraft experienced an engine fire during its takeoff roll, forcing the pilot to abort the procedure and resulting in the loss of the airframe.

Were there any fatalities in the 1970-12-29 Beechcraft D18 accident?

No fatalities were recorded in this accident.

What aircraft was involved and where did it happen?

The accident on 1970-12-29 involved a Beechcraft D18, registration N5967C, operated by Air Libya, at Sarir, Libya.

What was the probable cause of the accident?

An engine fire occurred during the takeoff roll for undetermined reasons.

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