Engine failure and runway overrun at Guayaramerín Airport

No fatalities • Guayaramerín, Bolivia • Landing (descent or approach)

An aircraft experienced a left engine failure during its approach to Guayaramerín Airport, resulting in a runway excursion and significant structural damage.

What happened

During the descent toward Guayaramerín Airport, the pilot reported a malfunction involving the left engine approximately seven minutes before the scheduled arrival time. Despite this mechanical issue, the flight was able to proceed with the approach to the runway.

Upon landing, the aircraft was unable to decelerate sufficiently within the available runway length. This led to a runway overrun, during which the plane sustained severe damage, including the loss of the right wing and the undercarriage. Following the incident, all 44 occupants were able to evacuate the aircraft without injury. The aircraft itself was declared a total loss due to the extent of the damage.

Findings

  • The incident was preceded by a left engine failure during the final stages of the descent.

Probable cause

The aircraft failed to stop on the runway following an engine malfunction during the approach phase.

Frequently asked questions

What happened in the 2002-01-22 Fokker F27 Friendship accident near Guayaramerín, Bolivia?

An aircraft experienced a left engine failure during its approach to Guayaramerín Airport, resulting in a runway excursion and significant structural damage.

Were there any fatalities in the 2002-01-22 Fokker F27 Friendship accident?

No fatalities were recorded in this accident.

What aircraft was involved and where did it happen?

The accident on 2002-01-22 involved a Fokker F27 Friendship, registration FAB-94, operated by TAM Bolivia - Transporte Aéreo Militar Boliviano, at Guayaramerín, Bolivia.

What was the probable cause of the accident?

The aircraft failed to stop on the runway following an engine malfunction during the approach phase.

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