Incident Overview
An aviation safety incident occurred at Kodiak Airport involving a four-engine aircraft. Following touchdown, the aircraft failed to decelerate within the remaining runway distance. Consequently, the plane overran the end of the runway and plunged into St Paul Bay.
Damage and Casualties
The impact with the water resulted in severe structural damage, rendering the aircraft beyond repair. There were 28 individuals on board at the time of the accident. Of these occupants, six sustained injuries during the event.
Investigation Findings
Official investigation findings identified the root cause of the incident. The pilot in command executed a landing that was significantly long due to an incorrect approach configuration. This error reduced the available landing distance, preventing the aircraft from stopping safely on the runway surface.