Runway excursion at Muang Hein

No fatalities • Saigon, Vietnam • Landing (descent or approach)

An aircraft experienced a runway excursion after landing on a wet surface near Saigon, resulting in the total loss of the airframe.

What happened

During an arrival at Muang Hein, located in the outskirts of Saigon, an aircraft encountered difficulties immediately following touchdown. The runway surface was notably wet at the time of the incident. As the plane completed its landing, it began to skid and subsequently drifted off the side of the active runway.

The movement continued until the vehicle reached a complete stop away from the paved surface. While the event resulted in no injuries to those on board, the impact or the nature of the excursion led to the aircraft being declared a total loss.

Findings

  • The primary factor contributing to the loss of directional control was the wet condition of the runway during the landing phase.

Probable cause

The aircraft skidded off the runway due to reduced friction on the wet landing surface.

Frequently asked questions

What happened in the 1964-09-20 Scottish Aviation Twin Pioneer accident near Saigon, Vietnam?

An aircraft experienced a runway excursion after landing on a wet surface near Saigon, resulting in the total loss of the airframe.

Were there any fatalities in the 1964-09-20 Scottish Aviation Twin Pioneer accident?

No fatalities were recorded in this accident.

What aircraft was involved and where did it happen?

The accident on 1964-09-20 involved a Scottish Aviation Twin Pioneer, registration XW-PBO, operated by Bird & Sons, at Saigon, Vietnam.

What was the probable cause of the accident?

The aircraft skidded off the runway due to reduced friction on the wet landing surface.

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