What happened
During a scheduled cargo operation, the flight was performing a visual approach to an asphalt runway measuring 5,000 feet in length and 150 feet in width. While the estimated landing weight suggested a target approach speed of 116 knots, radar data from Air Traffic Control indicated that the aircraft type maintained a ground speed exceeding 190 knots during the final approach and through the touchdown zone of runway 13.
Evidence suggests the aircraft touched down significantly further down the runway than intended, a fact supported by eyewitness accounts of a high-speed landing. The crew began applying brakes approximately 1,247 feet from the end of the runway. Although the anti-skid system appeared to be functioning correctly based on tire marks, the high speed prevented a safe stop. The aircraft subsequently overran the departure end of the runway, breached the airport's perimeter fence, crossed a roadway, passed through a second fence, and ultimately struck two trees located in a cemetery.
At the time of the incident, the flight was running approximately 20 minutes ahead of schedule. The crew, consisting of a captain and a first officer, were both experienced in operating at this specific airport. There were 0 fatalities and no injuries reported in the incident.
Findings
Investigations into the event confirmed that the aircraft was within its permitted weight and balance limits for all stages of the flight. While the anti-skid system showed signs of operational activity, the primary issue was the excessive approach speed relative to the runway length. Additionally, the cockpit voice recorder was found to be inoperative at the time of the accident.