Runway excursion at Annecy following landing on wet surface

No fatalities • Annecy-Meythet, France • Landing (descent or approach)

A twin-engine aircraft crashed after overrunning the runway at Annecy, resulting in one serious injury and two minor injuries.

What happened

A private flight departing from Marseille-Provence Airport was en route to Annecy when the flight crew received updates regarding the meteorological conditions at the destination. The report indicated that the runway at Annecy was wet, which was expected to result in a medium braking coefficient.

Upon receiving clearance to land on runway 04, the pilot proceeded with the approach. The twin engine airplane touched down approximately halfway down the runway while maintaining a speed of 119 knots. Following the landing, the pilot attempted to execute braking maneuvers; however, the aircraft experienced aquaplaning on the damp surface. Due to the loss of braking effectiveness, the aircraft could not stop before the end of the runway. The plane overran the threshold, struck an embankment, and breached a fence before eventually coming to a halt on a nearby road.

Findings

The accident resulted in the total destruction of the aircraft. Regarding the occupants, the 70-year-old pilot sustained serious injuries, while two passengers, aged 26 and 28, suffered minor injuries.

Probable cause

The aircraft failed to stop on the runway due to aquaplaning on a wet surface during the landing roll.

Frequently asked questions

What happened in the 2020-12-04 Cessna 303 Crusader accident near Annecy-Meythet, France?

A twin-engine aircraft crashed after overrunning the runway at Annecy, resulting in one serious injury and two minor injuries.

Were there any fatalities in the 2020-12-04 Cessna 303 Crusader accident?

No fatalities were recorded in this accident.

What aircraft was involved and where did it happen?

The accident on 2020-12-04 involved a Cessna 303 Crusader, registration HB-LUV, operated by 303 Flyers, at Annecy-Meythet, France.

What was the probable cause of the accident?

The aircraft failed to stop on the runway due to aquaplaning on a wet surface during the landing roll.

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