Aircraft stall and runway excursion following takeoff

No fatalities • Iquique-General Diego Aracena, Chile • Takeoff (climb)

An aircraft experienced a stall and subsequent runway excursion immediately after liftoff, resulting in significant damage but no injuries.

What happened

During the initial climb phase from runway 01, the aircraft experienced a loss of airspeed that led to an aerodynamic stall. This occurred just as the crew began the process of retracting the landing gear following liftoff. As a result of the stall, the plane made contact with the runway surface.

The aircraft continued to slide along the runway for approximately 750 meters before finally coming to a stop. Although the impact caused the aircraft to be declared a total loss due to damage beyond repair, all five occupants managed to exit the plane without sustaining any injuries.

Findings

Investigations into the incident suggest that the primary factor was an engine failure occurring shortly after the aircraft reached rotation speed.

Probable cause

The loss of power from one of the engines during the takeoff roll led to a stall and subsequent runway excursion.

Frequently asked questions

What happened in the 1979-04-20 Fairchild F27 accident near Iquique-General Diego Aracena, Chile?

An aircraft experienced a stall and subsequent runway excursion immediately after liftoff, resulting in significant damage but no injuries.

Were there any fatalities in the 1979-04-20 Fairchild F27 accident?

No fatalities were recorded in this accident.

What aircraft was involved and where did it happen?

The accident on 1979-04-20 involved a Fairchild F27, registration CC-CBR, operated by Aeronor-Chile - Transportes Aero Norte-Sur, at Iquique-General Diego Aracena, Chile.

What was the probable cause of the accident?

The loss of power from one of the engines during the takeoff roll led to a stall and subsequent runway excursion.

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