No fatalities

2006-03-04: McDonnell Douglas MD-82 (PK-LMW) — Lion Air — Surabaya-Juanda, Indonesia

Surabaya-Juanda, IndonesiaLanding (descent or approach)

On March 4, 2006, a McDonnell Douglas MD-82 (registration PK-LMW) operated by Lion Air was involved in an aviation accident near Surabaya-Juanda, Indonesia during landing or approach. No fatalities were reported. This summary draws on records from the Bureau of Aircraft Accidents Archives (B3A); 8 related events involving the same aircraft type or operator are linked below.

Sourcesthe Bureau of Aircraft Accidents Archives (B3A)Primary reportUpdated 1781199041Data APIEditorial standards

A flight from Bali to Surabaya ended with a runway excursion after the crew activated the thrust reverser, causing the aircraft to veer right, lose its undercarriage, and come to rest in a grassy area. All 144 occupants evacuated safely.

Incident Overview

A scheduled passenger flight from Bali to Surabaya resulted in a runway excursion following the activation of the thrust reverser after landing. The aircraft deviated to the right, ran off the runway, and sustained severe damage. All persons on board were evacuated successfully.

Pre-Flight Information

Before the flight departed from Bali, the crew was briefed that the left engine's thrust reverser system was not operational. The flight to Surabaya was conducted without any notable events.

Approach and Landing

The flight crew performed a normal approach to runway 10 and landed the aircraft according to established procedures. The landing was uneventful until after touchdown.

Thrust Reverser Activation and Excursion

After the aircraft landed, the crew engaged the thrust reverser. Immediately, the aircraft began to veer to the right. The crew took action to counteract the deviation, but the aircraft continued to move off the runway. It lost its undercarriage during the excursion and came to rest in a grassy area alongside the runway.

Aftermath

All 144 occupants evacuated the aircraft safely. Examination of the aircraft revealed damage beyond repair.