Aircraft excursion at Pogapa Airfield

No fatalities • Pogapa, Indonesia • Takeoff (climb)

An aircraft veered off the runway and entered a ravine during its takeoff roll at Pogapa Airfield, resulting in a total loss of the airframe.

What happened

During the initial takeoff phase at Pogapa Airfield, the aircraft experienced a loss of directional control. While performing the takeoff roll, the plane drifted toward the right side of the runway before the crew lost control of the vehicle. The aircraft subsequently exited the runway surface and descended down an embankment, eventually coming to a stop within a nearby ravine.

Findings

  • The aircraft sustained damage that rendered it a total loss.
  • There were 0 fatalities and 0 injuries reported, as both pilots successfully evacuated the wreckage without harm.

Probable cause

The aircraft deviated from the runway centerline during the takeoff roll and descended into a ravine.

Frequently asked questions

What happened in the 1992-12-08 De Havilland DHC-6 Twin Otter accident near Pogapa, Indonesia?

An aircraft veered off the runway and entered a ravine during its takeoff roll at Pogapa Airfield, resulting in a total loss of the airframe.

Were there any fatalities in the 1992-12-08 De Havilland DHC-6 Twin Otter accident?

No fatalities were recorded in this accident.

What aircraft was involved and where did it happen?

The accident on 1992-12-08 involved a De Havilland DHC-6 Twin Otter, registration PK-YPG, operated by Trigana Air Service, at Pogapa, Indonesia.

What was the probable cause of the accident?

The aircraft deviated from the runway centerline during the takeoff roll and descended into a ravine.

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