Runway excursion at Dire Dawa-Aba Tenna Dejazmach Yilma Airport

No fatalities • Dire Dawa-Aba Tenna Dejazmach Yilma, Ethiopia • Takeoff (climb)

An aircraft experienced a runway excursion during takeoff at Dire Dawa-Aba Tenna Dejazmach Yilma Airport after colliding with wildlife.

What happened

While performing a takeoff roll on runway 15/33 at Dire Dals Dawa-Aba Tenna Dejazmach Yilma Airport, the aircraft encountered wildlife on the runway. Following a collision with wild animals, the pilot aborted the takeoff attempt and applied emergency braking. During this maneuver, the aircraft drifted off the prepared surface and eventually came to a stop.

There were 80 people on board during the incident. All occupants successfully evacuated the aircraft without any reported injuries or fatalities. However, the impact and subsequent excursion resulted in the aircraft being a total loss due to extensive damage.

Probable cause

The collision with wildlife on the runway during the takeoff roll led to the loss of directional control.

Frequently asked questions

What happened in the 2016-10-24 De Havilland DHC-8-400 (Dash-8) accident near Dire Dawa-Aba Tenna Dejazmach Yilma, Ethiopia?

An aircraft experienced a runway excursion during takeoff at Dire Dawa-Aba Tenna Dejazmach Yilma Airport after colliding with wildlife.

Were there any fatalities in the 2016-10-24 De Havilland DHC-8-400 (Dash-8) accident?

No fatalities were recorded in this accident.

What aircraft was involved and where did it happen?

The accident on 2016-10-24 involved a De Havilland DHC-8-400 (Dash-8), registration ET-ANY, operated by Ethiopian Airlines, at Dire Dawa-Aba Tenna Dejazmach Yilma, Ethiopia.

What was the probable cause of the accident?

The collision with wildlife on the runway during the takeoff roll led to the loss of directional control.

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