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Tripoli Airport Takeoff Accident: Aircraft Veers Off Runway and Catches Fire (5A-DJT)

Tripoli, LibyaTakeoff (climb)

On December 7, 1991, a Boeing 707 (registration 5A-DJT) operated by Libyan Arab Airlines was involved in an aviation accident near Tripoli, Libya during takeoff. No fatalities were reported. This summary draws on records from the Bureau of Aircraft Accidents Archives (B3A); 7 related events involving the same aircraft type or operator are linked below.

Sourcesthe Bureau of Aircraft Accidents Archives (B3A)Primary reportUpdated 2026-06-11Data APIEditorial standards
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During a takeoff roll at Tripoli Airport, an aircraft veered off the runway after about 700 meters. It slid on soft ground, broke into three, and caught fire. All 199 occupants evacuated, with 10 injured.

Incident Overview and Sequence of Events During the takeoff roll at Tripoli Airport, the aircraft departed the runway to the left after traveling approximately 700 meters. The source does not identify the aircraft type, registration, operator, or specific date of the event. ## Damage and Fire As the aircraft contacted soft ground, all undercarriage and all four engines were torn off. The aircraft then slid for a few dozen meters before coming to rest. It was broken into three sections and burst into flames. ## Occupant Evacuation and Injuries All 199 occupants were evacuated from the aircraft. Among them, 10 people were reported injured. The source does not provide a probable cause or additional details about the evacuation method or medical treatment.

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