Aircraft ground excursion at Lokichoggio Airport

No fatalities • Lokichoggio, Kenya • Landing (descent or approach)

An aircraft sustained significant damage after striking the runway surface during its landing roll at Lokichoggio Airport.

What happened

During the landing phase at Lokichoggio Airport, the aircraft experienced a sudden rightward bank. This movement resulted in the right wing and the right propeller making contact with the runway surface. Following the impact, the aircraft continued to slide along the ground for several dozen meters before the motion ceased.

Findings

  • The aircraft sustained damage that was classified as beyond repair.
  • There were no injuries reported as a result of the incident.
  • The primary cause of the ground excursion was the rightward banking motion that led to the propeller and wing striking the runway.

Probable cause

The aircraft banked to the right during landing, causing the wing and propeller to impact the runway.

Frequently asked questions

What happened in the 2008-09-29 De Havilland DHC-5 Buffalo accident near Lokichoggio, Kenya?

An aircraft sustained significant damage after striking the runway surface during its landing roll at Lokichoggio Airport.

Were there any fatalities in the 2008-09-29 De Havilland DHC-5 Buffalo accident?

No fatalities were recorded in this accident.

What aircraft was involved and where did it happen?

The accident on 2008-09-29 involved a De Havilland DHC-5 Buffalo, registration 5Y-OPL, operated by Trident Aviation, at Lokichoggio, Kenya.

What was the probable cause of the accident?

The aircraft banked to the right during landing, causing the wing and propeller to impact the runway.

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