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Aircraft overrun at Atayala Airport (OB-1499)

Atalaya, PeruLanding (descent or approach)

On May 14, 1993, a Harbin Yunsunji Y-12 (registration OB-1499) operated by Transportes Aéreos Nacionales de la Selva - TANS was involved in an aviation accident near Atalaya, Peru during landing or approach. No fatalities were reported. Investigators recorded the probable cause as: The aircraft failed to stop within the remaining runway distance after landing. This summary draws on records from the Bureau of Aircraft Accidents Archives (B3A); 7 related events involving the same aircraft type or operator are linked below.

Sourcesthe Bureau of Aircraft Accidents Archives (B3A)Source recordUpdated 2026-06-11Data APIEditorial standards

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.

Related events

Same operator

Frequently asked questions

What happened in the 14 May 1993 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 14 May 1993 Harbin Yunsunji Y-12 accident?

No fatalities were recorded in this accident.

What aircraft was involved and where did it happen?

The accident on 14 May 1993 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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