Runway excursion at Rio Branco Airport

No fatalities • Rio Branco-Presidente Médici, Brazil • Landing (descent or approach)

An aircraft veered off the runway following touchdown at Rio Branco Airport, resulting in the total loss of the airframe but no injuries.

What happened

Upon completing its landing at Rio Branco Airport, the aircraft experienced a loss of directional control. Following the initial touchdown on the runway, the plane veered off the paved surface and came to a halt in the surrounding area.

While the incident resulted in the aircraft being written off, there were no fatalities or injuries reported among those on board. The event occurred during the landing phase of flight.

Findings

No specific technical causes or contributing factors were detailed regarding why the plane lost control after contacting the runway.

Probable cause

The aircraft veered off the runway following touchdown, though the specific cause remains undetermined.

Frequently asked questions

What happened in the 1965-03-24 Curtiss C-46 Commando accident near Rio Branco-Presidente Médici, Brazil?

An aircraft veered off the runway following touchdown at Rio Branco Airport, resulting in the total loss of the airframe but no injuries.

Were there any fatalities in the 1965-03-24 Curtiss C-46 Commando accident?

No fatalities were recorded in this accident.

What aircraft was involved and where did it happen?

The accident on 1965-03-24 involved a Curtiss C-46 Commando, registration PP-BTP, operated by Paraense Transportes Aéreos, at Rio Branco-Presidente Médici, Brazil.

What was the probable cause of the accident?

The aircraft veered off the runway following touchdown, though the specific cause remains undetermined.

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