Runway collision involving Cessna 404 and twin-engine aircraft

No fatalities • Lanyu Islands, Taiwan • Takeoff (climb)

A mid-runway collision occurred between a twin-engine airplane and a Cessna 404 after the latter entered the active runway without authorization.

What happened

During an attempted takeoff from runway 13/31, the crew of a twin-engine aircraft increased engine thrust to begin the departure sequence. Moments before the aircraft reached rotation speed, it struck a Cessna 404 operated by Yung Shing Airlines. The collision occurred because the Cessna 404, registered B-12204, had entered the runway without receiving proper clearance.

Following the impact, both aircraft stopped on the runway surface. While there were no fatalities reported, the accident resulted in 16 injuries across the occupants of both planes.

Findings

Investigations concluded that the primary factor in the collision was the unauthorized runway entry by the crew of the B-12204 while the other aircraft was in its takeoff roll.

Probable cause

The Cessna 404 entered the active runway without authorization during the takeoff phase of another aircraft.

Frequently asked questions

What happened in the 1979-09-09 Britten-Norman Islander accident near Lanyu Islands, Taiwan?

A mid-runway collision occurred between a twin-engine airplane and a Cessna 404 after the latter entered the active runway without authorization.

Were there any fatalities in the 1979-09-09 Britten-Norman Islander accident?

No fatalities were recorded in this accident.

What aircraft was involved and where did it happen?

The accident on 1979-09-09 involved a Britten-Norman Islander, registration B-11107, operated by Taiwan Airlines, at Lanyu Islands, Taiwan.

What was the probable cause of the accident?