No fatalities

1982-11-04: Embraer EMB-110 Bandeirante (P2-RDL) — Talair — Port Moresby, Papua New Guinea

Port Moresby, Papua New GuineaTakeoff (climb)

On November 4, 1982, an Embraer EMB-110 Bandeirante (registration P2-RDL) operated by Talair was involved in an aviation accident near Port Moresby, Papua New Guinea during takeoff. No fatalities were reported. Investigators recorded the probable cause as: The loss of power in the left engine during the initial climb phase led to an inability to stop within the runway limits. This summary draws on records from the Bureau of Aircraft Accidents Archives (B3A); 8 related events involving the same aircraft type or operator are linked below.

Sourcesthe Bureau of Aircraft Accidents Archives (B3A)Primary reportUpdated 1781221037Data APIEditorial standards

An aircraft experienced a left engine failure shortly after takeoff, resulting in a runway excursion and subsequent fire.

What happened

During the initial climb phase immediately following liftoff, the left engine of the aircraft ceased functioning. In response to the loss of power, the pilot attempted an emergency return to the airfield to perform a landing. However, the aircraft could not decelerate sufficiently before reaching the end of the runway.

The momentum of the aircraft caused it to overshoot the paved surface, penetrating two layers of perimeter fencing. The vehicle continued for approximately 60 meters beyond the fence before coming to a complete stop. Upon halting, the aircraft caught fire. The pilot, who was the only person on board at the time of the incident, escaped the wreckage without any injuries.

Findings

The investigation determined that the primary factor in the accident was the failure of the left engine during the takeoff sequence.

Probable cause

The loss of power in the left engine during the initial climb phase led to an inability to stop within the runway limits.