Aircraft excursion during landing

No fatalities • Medellín, Colombia • Landing (descent or approach)

An aircraft veered off the runway during touchdown, resulting in significant damage to the plane but no injuries to those on board.

What happened

During the landing phase of the flight, the aircraft experienced a loss of directional control immediately upon contact with the runway. Following the touchdown, the plane drifted from the paved surface and exited the runway area.

The incident resulted in the aircraft being declared a total loss due to damage sustained during the excursion. Despite the severity of the impact, all six occupants were able to evacuate the wreckage without sustaining any injuries.

Findings

  • The aircraft veered off the runway at the moment of touchdown.
  • The primary factor in the excursion was the loss of control during the landing roll.

Probable cause

The aircraft lost directional stability immediately upon touchdown, leading to a runway excursion.

Frequently asked questions

What happened in the 1953-02-15 Curtiss C-46 Commando accident near Medellín, Colombia?

An aircraft veered off the runway during touchdown, resulting in significant damage to the plane but no injuries to those on board.

Were there any fatalities in the 1953-02-15 Curtiss C-46 Commando accident?

No fatalities were recorded in this accident.

What aircraft was involved and where did it happen?

The accident on 1953-02-15 involved a Curtiss C-46 Commando, registration HK-606, operated by Lineas Interamericana Aérea, at Medellín, Colombia.

What was the probable cause of the accident?

The aircraft lost directional stability immediately upon touchdown, leading to a runway excursion.

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