History of Flight
On 21 February 2010, a DHC 8-315 (registration ZS-NMB) operated by South African Express Airways (Pty) Ltd was conducting a domestic scheduled flight from Richards Bay to O.R. Tambo International Airport (FAJS). The aircraft carried 44 persons on board (4 crew and 40 passengers). At 11:20Z, the crew landed on Runway 03R with a slight tailwind and vacated the runway at Taxiway "S". They then taxied back to Taxiway "E" via Taxiway "Y", but failed to hold short off the holding point before entering Taxiway "E", thereby blocking Taxiway "E". This resulted in another landing aircraft having to vacate the runway at Taxiway "S" instead of Taxiway "E". Fine weather conditions prevailed at the time.
Injuries to Persons
There were no injuries (0 fatalities, 0 serious injuries, 0 minor injuries) among the 2 pilots, 2 crew, and 40 passengers.
Damage to Aircraft
The aircraft did not sustain any damage during the incident.
Weather
Fine weather conditions prevailed at the time of the incident, with a wind of 8–10 knots from 120°, visibility good, temperature 26°C, and few clouds.
Probable Cause
The crew failed to hold short off the holding point before entering a taxiway, which resulted in a taxiway incursion.