Aircraft overrun at Guriceel airport

No fatalities • Guriceel, Somalia • Landing (descent or approach)

A cargo flight operating from Nairobi-Wilson Airport experienced a runway excursion upon landing in Somalia, resulting in significant aircraft damage but no injuries.

What happened

A cargo operation traveling from Nairobi-Wilson Airport to Guriceel, Somalia, ended in an aircraft accident during the landing phase. The aircraft, which was transporting a shipment of khat, was operated by a crew of three. Upon touchdown at the destination, the aircraft experienced significant issues with braking and deceleration.

As the plane failed to stop within the available runway length, it overran the landing area and entered rough terrain. During the excursion, the aircraft sustained heavy damage, including the loss of the nose section and the left main landing gear. Despite the impact, no fire broke out following the event. All three crew members managed to exit the aircraft without sustaining any injuries.

Findings

The primary factor in the accident was the inability of the aircraft to decelerate sufficiently before reaching the end of the runway.

Probable cause

The aircraft failed to stop within the runway limits due to insufficient deceleration during the landing roll.

Frequently asked questions

What happened in the 2011-11-10 Fokker 50 accident near Guriceel, Somalia?

A cargo flight operating from Nairobi-Wilson Airport experienced a runway excursion upon landing in Somalia, resulting in significant aircraft damage but no injuries.

Were there any fatalities in the 2011-11-10 Fokker 50 accident?

No fatalities were recorded in this accident.

What aircraft was involved and where did it happen?

The accident on 2011-11-10 involved a Fokker 50, registration 5Y-VVK, operated by Bluebird Aviation, at Guriceel, Somalia.

What was the probable cause of the accident?

The aircraft failed to stop within the runway limits due to insufficient deceleration during the landing roll.

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