Runway excursion and fire at Tegucigalpa-Toncontin Airport

No fatalities • Tegucigalpa, Honduras • Landing (descent or approach)

An aircraft experienced a loss of control during landing at Tegucigalpa-Toncontin Airport, resulting in a runway excursion and subsequent fire.

What happened

During an approach to Tegucaglia-Toncontin Airport, the aircraft encountered significant NNE winds. Upon making contact with runway 01, the plane experienced a loss of directional control. This led to the aircraft veering off the paved surface and exiting the runway area.

As the vehicle left the runway, the landing gear was torn from the airframe. The aircraft eventually came to a stop within a drainage ditch, where it was consumed by flames. Despite the intensity of the fire, all three crew members managed to evacuate the wreckage without sustaining any injuries. The impact and subsequent fire resulted in the total destruction of the aircraft.

Findings

  • The incident occurred during the landing phase under conditions involving strong NNE winds.

Probable cause

Strong NNE winds during the landing phase led to a loss of control and runway excursion.

Frequently asked questions

What happened in the 1966-06-30 Douglas DC-6 accident near Tegucigalpa, Honduras?

An aircraft experienced a loss of control during landing at Tegucigalpa-Toncontin Airport, resulting in a runway excursion and subsequent fire.

Were there any fatalities in the 1966-06-30 Douglas DC-6 accident?

No fatalities were recorded in this accident.

What aircraft was involved and where did it happen?

The accident on 1966-06-30 involved a Douglas DC-6, registration HR-TNG, operated by TAN Airlines - Transportes Aéreos Nacionales de Honduras, at Tegucigalpa, Honduras.

What was the probable cause of the accident?

Strong NNE winds during the landing phase led to a loss of control and runway excursion.

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