Runway overrun involving aircraft at landing

No fatalities • Khowai, India • Landing (descent or approach)

An aircraft overran its runway and entered a ditch following an improper approach configuration, resulting in injuries to all onboard.

What happened

During the landing phase of the flight, the crew performed an approach with an incorrect configuration. Upon touchdown on a wet runway surface, the aircraft failed to decelerate sufficiently within the available runway length. This resulted in the plane overrunning the end of the pavement and coming to a stop in a nearby ditch.

As a result of the excursion, there were eight injuries recorded among the occupants. The impact and subsequent movement into the ditch caused significant damage to the airframe, rendering the aircraft a total loss.

Findings

  • The primary factor contributing to the accident was an incorrect approach configuration by the crew.
  • The presence of a wet runway surface reduced the available braking effectiveness during the landing roll.

Probable cause

The accident was caused by the crew executing an improper approach configuration, which led to a long touchdown on a slippery runway.

Frequently asked questions

What happened in the 1955-03-29 Douglas C-47 Skytrain (DC-3) accident near Khowai, India?

An aircraft overran its runway and entered a ditch following an improper approach configuration, resulting in injuries to all onboard.

Were there any fatalities in the 1955-03-29 Douglas C-47 Skytrain (DC-3) accident?

No fatalities were recorded in this accident.

What aircraft was involved and where did it happen?

The accident on 1955-03-29 involved a Douglas C-47 Skytrain (DC-3), registration VT-CUZ, operated by Airways India, at Khowai, India.

What was the probable cause of the accident?

The accident was caused by the crew executing an improper approach configuration, which led to a long touchdown on a slippery runway.

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