Runway excursion involving twin-engine aircraft in Goma

No fatalities • Butembo, Democratic Republic of Congo • Landing (descent or approach)

A twin-engine airplane overran the runway during landing at Goma, resulting in significant aircraft damage but no injuries.

What happened

An aircraft completed a routine flight departing from Goma without any reported incidents. Upon arrival, the twin-engine airplane touched down on runway 14/32, which has a total length of 770 meters. Following the landing, the aircraft failed to decelerate sufficiently to remain on the paved surface before the end of the runway.

As the plane overran the runway, the left main landing gear separated from the airframe. The momentum of the aircraft carried it off the runway and into an embankment, where the left wing sustained damage during the excursion.

Findings

  • All 18 occupants on board were able to evacuate the aircraft without sustaining any injuries.
  • The aircraft sustained damage that was classified as a total loss, rendering it beyond repair.

Probable cause

The aircraft was unable to stop within the available runway distance after touchdown.

Frequently asked questions

What happened in the 2012-10-30 Let L-410 accident near Butembo, Democratic Republic of Congo?

A twin-engine airplane overran the runway during landing at Goma, resulting in significant aircraft damage but no injuries.

Were there any fatalities in the 2012-10-30 Let L-410 accident?

No fatalities were recorded in this accident.

What aircraft was involved and where did it happen?

The accident on 2012-10-30 involved a Let L-410, registration 9Q-CAZ, operated by Cetraca Aviation Service, at Butembo, Democratic Republic of Congo.

What was the probable cause of the accident?

The aircraft was unable to stop within the available runway distance after touchdown.

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