Aircraft excursion at Biak Airport

No fatalities • Biak, Indonesia • Landing (descent or approach)

An aircraft experienced a loss of control following touchdown at Biak Airport, resulting in an excursion off the runway and significant damage to the airframe.

What happened

Upon completing the landing phase at Biak Airport, the flight crew encountered operational difficulties while on the ground. During the rollout, the aircraft type became uncontrollable and veered away from the active runway surface. The movement continued until the plane came to a stop within a nearby ditch.

While the incident resulted in the aircraft being declared a total loss due to damage sustained during the excursion, there were zero fatalities or injuries reported among those on board.

Findings

  • The aircraft exited the prepared runway environment and entered an unpaved area.
  • The impact with the ditch caused structural damage that rendered the plane beyond repair.

Probable cause

The aircraft veered off the runway following a loss of control during the landing rollout.

Frequently asked questions

What happened in the 1962-05-11 Lockheed P-2 Neptune accident near Biak, Indonesia?

An aircraft experienced a loss of control following touchdown at Biak Airport, resulting in an excursion off the runway and significant damage to the airframe.

Were there any fatalities in the 1962-05-11 Lockheed P-2 Neptune accident?

No fatalities were recorded in this accident.

What aircraft was involved and where did it happen?

The accident on 1962-05-11 involved a Lockheed P-2 Neptune, registration 200, operated by Royal Netherlands Navy - Marineluchtvaartdienst (MLD), at Biak, Indonesia.

What was the probable cause of the accident?

The aircraft veered off the runway following a loss of control during the landing rollout.

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