Aircraft overrun at San José-Juan Santamaría Airport

No fatalities • San José-Juan Santamaría, Costa Rica • Takeoff (climb)

An aircraft experienced a tire failure during its takeoff roll at San José-Juan Santamaría Airport, resulting in a runway excursion and significant damage.

What happened

While performing a takeoff roll on runway 07 at San José-Juan Santamaría Airport, the aircraft experienced a sudden tire burst. In response to the mechanical failure, the captain executed an aborted takeoff and applied emergency braking. Despite these efforts, the aircraft could not stop before the end of the runway.

The aircraft subsequently overran the runway, during which it lost its undercarriage and struck various obstacles. The sequence ended when the plane came to a halt near the airport's perimeter fence. Although the aircraft sustained damage beyond repair, there were no injuries among the six occupants on board.

Findings

  • A tire burst occurred during the takeoff phase.
  • The aircraft was unable to decelerate sufficiently within the available runway length.

Probable cause

A tire failure during the takeoff roll led to an unsuccessful emergency braking maneuver and subsequent runway excursion.

Frequently asked questions

What happened in the 2007-09-03 Rockwell Sabreliner 75 accident near San José-Juan Santamaría, Costa Rica?

An aircraft experienced a tire failure during its takeoff roll at San José-Juan Santamaría Airport, resulting in a runway excursion and significant damage.

Were there any fatalities in the 2007-09-03 Rockwell Sabreliner 75 accident?

No fatalities were recorded in this accident.

What aircraft was involved and where did it happen?

The accident on 2007-09-03 involved a Rockwell Sabreliner 75, registration N726JR, operated by Jet Lease, at San José-Juan Santamaría, Costa Rica.

What was the probable cause of the accident?

A tire failure during the takeoff roll led to an unsuccessful emergency braking maneuver and subsequent runway excursion.

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