Runway overrun at Samsun Airport involving aircraft

No fatalities • Samsun, Turkey • Landing (descent or approach)

An aircraft failed to stop after touchdown at Samsun Airport, resulting in a runway excursion and significant damage to the airframe.

What happened

Upon landing at Samsun Airport, the aircraft failed to decelerate sufficiently within the available runway length. This inability to stop led to a runway overrun, during which the plane's undercarriage was lost. Following the excursion, the aircraft came to a final position on the ground. Despite the impact and the resulting damage, all 29 occupants were successfully evacuated from the plane without injury.

While all passengers and crew escaped safely, the aircraft sustained damage that rendered it a total loss.

Findings

Investigations into the incident determined that the primary factor was an incorrect approach configuration by the flight crew. This error resulted in the aircraft touching down too far down the runway, which significantly decreased the distance available for the braking maneuver.

Probable cause

The flight crew utilized an improper approach configuration, leading to a touchdown point that left insufficient runway remaining for a safe stop.

Frequently asked questions

What happened in the 1970-02-17 Fokker F27 Friendship accident near Samsun, Turkey?

An aircraft failed to stop after touchdown at Samsun Airport, resulting in a runway excursion and significant damage to the airframe.

Were there any fatalities in the 1970-02-17 Fokker F27 Friendship accident?

No fatalities were recorded in this accident.

What aircraft was involved and where did it happen?

The accident on 1970-02-17 involved a Fokker F27 Friendship, registration TC-TEZ, operated by Turkish Airlines - THY Türk Hava Yollari, at Samsun, Turkey.

What was the probable cause of the accident?

The flight crew utilized an improper approach configuration, leading to a touchdown point that left insufficient runway remaining for a safe stop.

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