Aircraft excursion during takeoff at Palma Airport

No fatalities • Palma de Mallorca-Son Sant Juan, Spain • Takeoff (climb)

An aircraft veered off the runway during its takeoff roll at Palma Airport, resulting in structural damage to the landing gear.

What happened

While performing a takeoff roll at Palma Airport, the flight crew experienced a loss of directional control. The aircraft drifted toward the left side of the runway, eventually exiting the paved surface. During the excursion, the aircraft's undercarriage was stripped from the airframe as it moved off the runway.

The movement ceased once the aircraft came to a complete stop. There were zero fatalities and zero injuries reported among the crew members, both of whom were able to evacuate the wreckage safely. Following the incident, the aircraft was determined to be a total loss due to damage sustained during the event.

Findings

  • The aircraft veered left during the takeoff phase.
  • The loss of the undercarriage occurred as the aircraft left the runway surface.

Probable cause

The crew lost control of the aircraft during the takeoff roll, causing it to veer off the runway.

Frequently asked questions

What happened in the 1991-01-04 Douglas DC-3 accident near Palma de Mallorca-Son Sant Juan, Spain?

An aircraft veered off the runway during its takeoff roll at Palma Airport, resulting in structural damage to the landing gear.

Were there any fatalities in the 1991-01-04 Douglas DC-3 accident?

No fatalities were recorded in this accident.

What aircraft was involved and where did it happen?

The accident on 1991-01-04 involved a Douglas DC-3, registration EC-EQH, operated by Aeromarket Express, at Palma de Mallorca-Son Sant Juan, Spain.

What was the probable cause of the accident?

The crew lost control of the aircraft during the takeoff roll, causing it to veer off the runway.

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