Engine failure during takeoff leads to runway excursion

No fatalities • Nairobi-Wilson, Kenya • Takeoff (climb)

An aircraft experienced an engine failure immediately following liftoff, resulting in a stall and a crash along the runway with no fatalities.

What happened

During the takeoff phase of flight, the aircraft experienced a critical loss of power due to an engine failure at the moment of liftoff. Following the loss of thrust, the aircraft entered a stall condition. The loss of aerodynamic lift caused the plane to descend and impact the ground, subsequently sliding along the runway surface.

While the aircraft sustained significant damage and was declared a total loss, there were no fatalities or injuries reported among the occupants. The incident concluded on the runway, and the aircraft was deemed beyond repair following the impact.

Findings

  • The primary factor in the loss of control was the engine failure occurring during the transition from ground roll to flight.

Probable cause

An engine failure occurred at the moment of liftoff, causing the aircraft to stall and crash.

Frequently asked questions

What happened in the 2000-07-12 Cessna 208A Caravan accident near Nairobi-Wilson, Kenya?

An aircraft experienced an engine failure immediately following liftoff, resulting in a stall and a crash along the runway with no fatalities.

Were there any fatalities in the 2000-07-12 Cessna 208A Caravan accident?

No fatalities were recorded in this accident.

What aircraft was involved and where did it happen?

The accident on 2000-07-12 involved a Cessna 208A Caravan, registration 5Y-JAO, operated by Air Bateleur, at Nairobi-Wilson, Kenya.

What was the probable cause of the accident?

An engine failure occurred at the moment of liftoff, causing the aircraft to stall and crash.

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