No fatalities

Aircraft Overruns Runway During Aborted Takeoff (EP-ACF)

Khaneh, IranTakeoff (climb)

On September 24, 1958, a De Havilland DH.104 Dove (registration EP-ACF) operated by Iran Air was involved in an aviation accident near Khaneh, Iran during takeoff. No fatalities were reported. This summary draws on records from the Bureau of Aircraft Accidents Archives (B3A); 8 related events involving the same aircraft type or operator are linked below.

Sourcesthe Bureau of Aircraft Accidents Archives (B3A)Primary reportUpdated 2026-06-12Data APIEditorial standards

A twin-engine aircraft overran the runway after the captain initiated an emergency braking maneuver during takeoff, resulting in the aircraft being damaged beyond repair. All 12 occupants evacuated safely. The reason for aborting takeoff remains unknown.

Accident Overview

During the takeoff roll, the captain decided to abandon the takeoff procedure and commenced an emergency braking maneuver. The aircraft was unable to stop within the remaining runway distance, overran the end, lost its undercarriage, and came to rest a few dozen yards beyond the runway.

Occupant Safety

All 12 occupants on board were evacuated safely. The aircraft sustained damage beyond repair.

Investigation

The reason why the crew decided to abandon the takeoff remains unknown. No further details were provided regarding the circumstances leading to the decision.

Condition of Aircraft

The impact caused the aircraft to lose its undercarriage. The damage was extensive enough that the aircraft was deemed beyond economic repair.