On April 9, 2012, a De Havilland DHC-8-300 (Dash-8) (registration 5H-MWG) operated by Air Tanzania was involved in an aviation accident near Kigoma, Tanzania during takeoff. No fatalities were reported. This summary draws on records from the Bureau of Aircraft Accidents Archives (B3A); 3 related events involving the same aircraft type or operator are linked below.
During takeoff on runway 34, the right engine failed. The captain rejected takeoff and braked, but the aircraft overran after hitting a pot hole, tearing off the right wing. Two passengers were injured; 37 others escaped unhurt. The aircraft was destroyed.
Event Summary
During the takeoff roll on runway 34, the right engine failed. The captain promptly rejected the takeoff and initiated an emergency braking procedure. The aircraft was unable to stop within the remaining distance on the 1,767-meter-long runway. It overran when the right main gear struck a pot hole, causing the right wing to be torn off. The aircraft slid for several dozen meters before coming to rest in a pasture.
Occupants and Injuries
Two passengers sustained injuries. The other 37 occupants escaped unhurt. The extent of the injuries was not specified in the source.
Aircraft Damage
The aircraft was destroyed as a result of the overrun and subsequent impact with the pot hole.