Runway excursion involving twin-engine aircraft at Kupang-El Tari Airport

No fatalities • Kupang, Indonesia • Landing (descent or approach)

A twin-engine aircraft veered off the runway after landing at Kupang-El Tari Airport, resulting in significant structural damage but no injuries.

What happened

Upon completing its landing at Kupang-El Tari Airport, a twin-engine aircraft experienced a loss of directional control. During the excursion, the plane departed from the active runway and moved off the paved surface. The force of the event caused the aircraft to lose its left wing before finally coming to a stop.

Despite the severity of the impact, all six occupants on board were able to evacuate the wreckage without sustaining any injuries. The aircraft itself sustained damage that rendered it a total loss.

Findings

  • The aircraft veered off the runway following the landing phase.
  • The structural integrity of the plane was compromised by the loss of a wing.
  • The aircraft went out of control during the rollout on the runway.

Probable cause

The aircraft lost directional control after landing, leading to a runway excursion and structural failure.

Frequently asked questions

What happened in the 1996-12-13 Casa 212 Aviocar accident near Kupang, Indonesia?

A twin-engine aircraft veered off the runway after landing at Kupang-El Tari Airport, resulting in significant structural damage but no injuries.

Were there any fatalities in the 1996-12-13 Casa 212 Aviocar accident?

No fatalities were recorded in this accident.

What aircraft was involved and where did it happen?

The accident on 1996-12-13 involved a Casa 212 Aviocar, registration PK-NCO, operated by Merpati Nusantara Airlines - MNA, at Kupang, Indonesia.

What was the probable cause of the accident?

The aircraft lost directional control after landing, leading to a runway excursion and structural failure.

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