Accident Details
During the takeoff roll on runway 07, at V1 speed, the captain initiated the rotation but the aircraft did not respond. The crew decided to abort the takeoff and began an emergency braking maneuver. The aircraft was unable to stop within the remaining runway distance, overran the end, crossed a ditch, and came to rest in a field. A post-crash fire ensued, destroying the aircraft.
Occupant Outcome
All 26 occupants aboard escaped with minor injuries. No fatalities were reported.
Aircraft Damage
The aircraft was destroyed by the post-crash fire.
Probable Cause
The official investigation determined the probable cause to be: excess weight in the front cargo hold displaced the centre of gravity to the forward limit. Two additional trim units would have been required for takeoff.