What happened
During the month of October 1996, a twin engine aircraft experienced a runway excursion following its arrival at the destination. The incident occurred as the aircraft was completing its landing phase on a runway surface that had become wet. Due to the conditions of the pavement, the aircraft was unable to decelerate sufficiently within the available runway length.
As the plane overran the end of the paved surface, it sustained significant structural damage. While there were no fatalities or injuries reported among those on board, the impact and subsequent excursion resulted in the aircraft being declared a total loss, as the damage was beyond repair.
Findings
Investigations into the event concluded that the primary factor leading to the inability to stop was the presence of moisture on the runway. The investigation determined that hydroplaning caused the aircraft to lose effective braking and directional control during the landing roll.