Fatal runway overrun at Bandar Lampung-Branti Airport

27 fatalities • Bandar Lampung, Indonesia • Landing (descent or approach)

An aircraft operating from Jakarta-Kemayoran Airport crashed after overrunning the runway at Bandar Lampung-Branti Airport, resulting in no survivors.

What happened

During a flight originating from Jakarta-Kemayoran Airport, the crew began their approach toward Bandar Lampung-Branti Airport. Upon touchdown on a runway surface that was wet, the aircraft type experienced significant braking issues and could not be halted before the end of the paved surface.

As the plane exited the runway, it underwent a runway excursion where the landing gear was torn from the airframe. The vessel continued to slide for approximately 750 meters across the terrain. During this excursion, a fire ignited, leading to the total destruction of the aircraft. There were 27 fatalities among the occupants, with no survivors reported.

Findings

  • The runway conditions were noted as wet at the time of the incident.
  • The primary factor in the accident was the inability to stop the aircraft within the available runway distance following landing.

Probable cause

The aircraft failed to stop on a wet runway, leading to a massive excursion and subsequent fire.

Frequently asked questions

What happened in the 1982-03-20 Fokker F28 Fellowship accident near Bandar Lampung, Indonesia?

An aircraft operating from Jakarta-Kemayoran Airport crashed after overrunning the runway at Bandar Lampung-Branti Airport, resulting in no survivors.

Were there any fatalities in the 1982-03-20 Fokker F28 Fellowship accident?

The accident was fatal, resulting in 27 fatalities.

What aircraft was involved and where did it happen?

The accident on 1982-03-20 involved a Fokker F28 Fellowship, registration PK-GVK, operated by Garuda Indonesian Airways, at Bandar Lampung, Indonesia.

What was the probable cause of the accident?

The aircraft failed to stop on a wet runway, leading to a massive excursion and subsequent fire.

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