On November 5, 2024, a Honda HA-420 HondaJet (registration N57HP) operated by Ice Man Holdings was involved in an aviation accident near Mesa-Falcon Field, United States of America during takeoff. 5 people were killed. This summary draws on records from the Bureau of Aircraft Accidents Archives (B3A).
During takeoff roll on runway 22L, after covering about 3,400 feet at 133 knots, the crew aborted takeoff and began emergency braking. The airplane overran, went through fence, hit a car, and came to rest against trees, bursting into flames. Four occupants and car driver killed; one passenger rescued.
Accident Summary
On the takeoff roll on runway 22L at Mesa-Falcon Field Airport, the airplane had covered approximately 3,400 feet and reached a speed of 133 knots when the crew decided to abort the takeoff. An emergency braking maneuver was initiated, but the airplane was unable to stop within the remaining runway distance.
Sequence of Events
The airplane overran the runway, went through the perimeter fence, and struck a car moving on North Greenfield Road. It continued until it came to rest against trees, at which point the airplane burst into flames.
Occupants and Fatalities
A passenger was rescued from the airplane. The other four occupants—two passengers and both pilots—were killed. The driver of the car was also killed.
Frequently asked questions
What happened in the 5 Nov 2024 Honda HA-420 HondaJet accident near Mesa-Falcon Field, United States of America?
During takeoff roll on runway 22L, after covering about 3,400 feet at 133 knots, the crew aborted takeoff and began emergency braking. The airplane overran, went through fence, hit a car, and came to rest against trees, bursting into flames. Four occupants and car driver killed; one passenger rescued.
Were there any fatalities in the 5 Nov 2024 Honda HA-420 HondaJet accident?
The accident was fatal, resulting in 5 fatalities.
What aircraft was involved and where did it happen?
The accident on 5 Nov 2024 involved a Honda HA-420 HondaJet, registration N57HP, operated by Ice Man Holdings, at Mesa-Falcon Field, United States of America.