Runway excursion and fire during takeoff

3 fatalities • Brazzaville, Congo • Takeoff (climb)

An aircraft experienced a stall during its initial climb, leading to a runway excursion and subsequent fire that resulted in multiple fatalities.

What happened

During the takeoff roll from runway 06, the aircraft entered its initial climb phase. Shortly after leaving the ground, the aircraft experienced a stall, causing it to lose altitude and descend back onto the runway surface. Following the loss of lift, the plane skidded for several dozen meters along the runway before overrunning the paved surface. The aircraft traveled approximately 300 meters beyond the runway end, where it eventually came to a stop and ignited into a fire.

Findings

  • The aircraft suffered a stall during the transition from takeoff to climb.
  • The accident resulted in three fatalities.
  • Four individuals sustained serious injuries during the event.

Probable cause

The aircraft entered a stall during the initial climb phase, leading to a runway overrun and post-crash fire.

Frequently asked questions

What happened in the 1997-04-14 Fokker F27 Friendship accident near Brazzaville, Congo?

An aircraft experienced a stall during its initial climb, leading to a runway excursion and subsequent fire that resulted in multiple fatalities.

Were there any fatalities in the 1997-04-14 Fokker F27 Friendship accident?

The accident was fatal, resulting in 3 fatalities.

What aircraft was involved and where did it happen?

The accident on 1997-04-14 involved a Fokker F27 Friendship, registration D2-TFP, operated by TAAG Angola Airlines - Transportes Aéreos de Angola, at Brazzaville, Congo.

What was the probable cause of the accident?

The aircraft entered a stall during the initial climb phase, leading to a runway overrun and post-crash fire.

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