Accident Overview
An aircraft experienced a skid during its takeoff roll on Runway 20 at Surkhet Airport, leading to a rejected takeoff and subsequent overrun. The aircraft came to rest in a ravine and was damaged beyond repair. Both pilots evacuated without injury.
Sequence of Events
According to the investigation, the aircraft began to skid during the takeoff roll on Runway 20. When approximately halfway down the runway, the crew decided to abandon the takeoff procedure. However, the aircraft could not stop within the remaining runway distance. It overran the end of the runway and came to rest in a ravine.
Weather and Runway Conditions
At the time of the accident, weather conditions were good. The outside air temperature was 18°C, and winds were light. The runway at Surkhet Airport, designated 20/02, is a grass strip measuring 3,400 feet in length. It was reported that the turf was quite high and wet due to morning dew.
Investigation Findings
The investigation noted that the high and wet condition of the turf due to morning dew was considered a contributing factor to the accident.