Aircraft overrun during aborted takeoff

No fatalities • Luena, Angola • Takeoff (climb)

An aircraft failed to accelerate during its takeoff roll, leading to an unsuccessful aborted takeoff and a subsequent collision with trees.

What happened

While performing the takeoff roll on runway 29, the aircraft experienced a failure to reach the expected acceleration levels. In response to this performance issue, the captain initiated an aborted takeoff procedure. However, the aircraft was unable to come to a complete stop before reaching the end of the runway.

As a result of the insufficient braking distance, the aircraft overran the runway and traveled approximately 100 meters past the threshold, where it struck a group of trees. The impact resulted in the aircraft being damaged beyond repair.

Findings

  • The primary factor in the accident was the failure of the aircraft to accelerate as anticipated during the initial takeoff roll.
  • The incident resulted in one injury sustained by a crew member.
  • The collision occurred during the takeoff phase of flight.

Probable cause

The aircraft failed to achieve necessary acceleration during the takeoff roll, preventing the crew from stopping the plane before the runway end.

Related events

Same operator

Frequently asked questions

What happened in the 2004-01-27 Ilyushin II-18 accident near Luena, Angola?

An aircraft failed to accelerate during its takeoff roll, leading to an unsuccessful aborted takeoff and a subsequent collision with trees.

Were there any fatalities in the 2004-01-27 Ilyushin II-18 accident?

No fatalities were recorded in this accident.

What aircraft was involved and where did it happen?

The accident on 2004-01-27 involved a Ilyushin II-18, registration ER-ICJ, operated by Renan, at Luena, Angola.

What was the probable cause of the accident?

The aircraft failed to achieve necessary acceleration during the takeoff roll, preventing the crew from stopping the plane before the runway end.

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