Aircraft overrun at Atayala Airport

No fatalities • Atalaya, Peru • Landing (descent or approach)

A twin-engine aircraft failed to stop after landing at Atayala Airport, resulting in an excursion and significant damage to the airframe.

What happened

Following its arrival at Atayala Airport, a twin-engine aircraft experienced a loss of braking or stopping capability. As the aircraft attempted to decelerate on the runway, it was unable to come to a halt within the available runway length. This resulted in the plane overrunning the end of the paved surface.

While the aircraft sustained damage that rendered it a total loss, there were no fatalities or injuries reported among the occupants. The incident concluded once the aircraft reached a complete stop after exiting the runway area.

Findings

  • The aircraft was unable to decelerate sufficiently before the runway limits.
  • The impact or excursion resulted in the aircraft being damaged beyond repair.

Probable cause

The aircraft failed to stop within the remaining runway distance after landing.

Frequently asked questions

What happened in the 1993-05-14 Harbin Yunsunji Y-12 accident near Atalaya, Peru?

A twin-engine aircraft failed to stop after landing at Atayala Airport, resulting in an excursion and significant damage to the airframe.

Were there any fatalities in the 1993-05-14 Harbin Yunsunji Y-12 accident?

No fatalities were recorded in this accident.

What aircraft was involved and where did it happen?

The accident on 1993-05-14 involved a Harbin Yunsunji Y-12, registration OB-1499, operated by Transportes Aéreos Nacionales de la Selva - TANS, at Atalaya, Peru.

What was the probable cause of the accident?

The aircraft failed to stop within the remaining runway distance after landing.

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