Runway excursion at Bassein Airport

No fatalities • Bassein, Myanmar • Landing (descent or approach)

An aircraft overran the runway at Bassein Airport after failing to stop before the end of the pavement, resulting in significant damage but no injuries.

What happened

During an arrival at Bassein Airport, an aircraft experienced a runway excursion following touchdown. Upon contacting the runway surface, the plane was unable to decelerate sufficiently within the available runway length. As the vessel continued past the end of the paved area, the force of the excursion caused the nose gear to collapse. The aircraft eventually came to a halt after the structural failure.

Despite the severity of the impact and the subsequent damage to the airframe, there were no casualties among those on board. All 40 occupants successfully evacuated the scene without sustaining any injuries. The aircraft sustained damage that rendered it a total loss.

Findings

Investigations into the incident identified that the flying crew utilized an incorrect approach configuration. This error resulted in the aircraft touching down too far down the runway, which significantly diminished the remaining distance available for the braking maneuver.

Probable cause

The crew's improper approach configuration led to a touchdown point that left insufficient runway for a safe stop.

Frequently asked questions

What happened in the 1974-04-30 Fokker F27 Friendship accident near Bassein, Myanmar?

An aircraft overran the runway at Bassein Airport after failing to stop before the end of the pavement, resulting in significant damage but no injuries.

Were there any fatalities in the 1974-04-30 Fokker F27 Friendship accident?

No fatalities were recorded in this accident.

What aircraft was involved and where did it happen?

The accident on 1974-04-30 involved a Fokker F27 Friendship, registration XY-ADM, operated by Burma Airways, at Bassein, Myanmar.

What was the probable cause of the accident?

The crew's improper approach configuration led to a touchdown point that left insufficient runway for a safe stop.

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