No fatalities

2002-02-14: Harbin Yunsunji Y-12 (RDPL-34118) — Lao Aviation — Sam Neua, Laos

Sam Neua, LaosTakeoff (climb)

On February 14, 2002, a Harbin Yunsunji Y-12 (registration RDPL-34118) operated by Lao Aviation was involved in an aviation accident near Sam Neua, Laos during takeoff. No fatalities were reported. This summary draws on records from the Bureau of Aircraft Accidents Archives (B3A); 5 related events involving the same aircraft type or operator are linked below.

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A twin-engine aircraft encountered a downdraft shortly after liftoff, struck the runway, veered off, hit a fence, and came to rest on a road 17 meters below. All 15 occupants evacuated safely.

Accident Description

Shortly after liftoff, while climbing to a height of about two meters, a twin-engine aircraft encountered a downdraft. The aircraft then struck the runway surface, went out of control, and veered off the runway. It subsequently collided with a fence and came to rest on a road located approximately 17 meters below the runway level.

Occupant Evacuation

All 15 occupants evacuated the aircraft safely. The aircraft itself was damaged beyond repair.

Weather Conditions

At the time of the accident, the wind was blowing at 8 knots. However, the wind apparently changed rapidly and became stronger shortly after rotation.