Aircraft overrun at Longaga Airstrip

No fatalities • Longana, Vanuatu • Landing (descent or approach)

An aircraft overran the runway at Longaga Airstrip after failing to stop following touchdown, resulting in minor injuries and heavy damage.

What happened

During an arrival at Longaga Airstrip, an aircraft experienced a loss of braking capability immediately following its landing. The runway at this location measures 700 meters in length. Upon touching down, the pilot was unable to decelerate the plane sufficiently within the available runway distance.

As a result of the overrun, the aircraft exited the paved surface, causing the undercarriage to separate from the airframe. The aircraft eventually came to a halt after the structural failure. There were nine people on board during the incident, and all experienced slight injuries. Following the accident, the aircraft was determined to be a total loss and was subsequently abandoned at the site.

Findings

Investigations into the incident identified that the primary factor in the overrun was a failure of the braking systems.

Probable cause

The accident was caused by a malfunction within the aircraft's braking system.

Frequently asked questions

What happened in the 1968-11-30 De Havilland Australia DHA-3 Drover accident near Longana, Vanuatu?

An aircraft overran the runway at Longaga Airstrip after failing to stop following touchdown, resulting in minor injuries and heavy damage.

Were there any fatalities in the 1968-11-30 De Havilland Australia DHA-3 Drover accident?

No fatalities were recorded in this accident.

What aircraft was involved and where did it happen?

The accident on 1968-11-30 involved a De Havilland Australia DHA-3 Drover, registration VP-PAG, operated by Air Melanesiæ, at Longana, Vanuatu.

What was the probable cause of the accident?

The accident was caused by a malfunction within the aircraft's braking system.

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