On June 2, 1979, a Dornier DO.28A/B (registration HB-LCK) operated by Private Switzerland was involved in an aviation accident near Albenga, Italy during landing or approach. No fatalities were reported. Investigators recorded the probable cause as: The aircraft veered off the right side of the runway during the landing roll. This summary draws on records from the Bureau of Aircraft Accidents Archives (B3A); 5 related events involving the same aircraft type or operator are linked below.
A twin-engine airplane veered off the runway during landing at Albenga Airport, resulting in significant damage to the airframe.
What happened
During the landing phase of flight at Albenga Airport, a twin engine airplane experienced an excursion from the active runway. After touching down, the aircraft drifted toward the right side of the runway surface before exiting the paved area. The movement continued until the plane came to a complete stop within a nearby grassy field.
Findings
While the incident resulted in no injuries to those on board, the impact and subsequent excursion caused extensive damage to the aircraft. The structural damage sustained during the event was severe enough that the aircraft was declared a total loss, being damaged beyond repair. No specific mechanical or environmental factors were detailed regarding why the plane departed the runway.
Probable cause
The aircraft veered off the right side of the runway during the landing roll.