Runway excursion at Laoag Airport involving aircraft

No fatalities • Laoag, Philippines • Landing (descent or approach)

An aircraft failed to stop after landing at Laoag Airport, resulting in a runway overrun into a nearby river.

What happened

On the date of the incident, an aircraft was performing its landing sequence on runway 01 at Laoag Airport. Upon completing the touchdown phase of the flight, the aircraft experienced significant issues with braking or deceleration, making it impossible to halt within the available runway length.

As a result of the inability to stop, the aircraft exited the paved surface and continued moving past the end of the runway. The excursion concluded when the plane came to a stop in the Padsan River. Despite the impact with the water and the nature of the overrun, there were no fatalities or injuries reported among those on board.

Findings

  • The aircraft was unable to decelerate sufficiently during the landing roll.
  • The sequence of events led to an excursion into a natural waterway.

Probable cause

The aircraft failed to stop within the remaining runway distance following touchdown.

Frequently asked questions

What happened in the 1989-04-01 Fokker F27 Friendship accident near Laoag, Philippines?

An aircraft failed to stop after landing at Laoag Airport, resulting in a runway overrun into a nearby river.

Were there any fatalities in the 1989-04-01 Fokker F27 Friendship accident?

No fatalities were recorded in this accident.

What aircraft was involved and where did it happen?

The accident on 1989-04-01 involved a Fokker F27 Friendship, registration 10616, operated by Philippine Air Force - Hukbong Himpapawid NG Pilipinas, at Laoag, Philippines.

What was the probable cause of the accident?

The aircraft failed to stop within the remaining runway distance following touchdown.

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