Runway excursion at Uruapan-General Ignacio López Rayón Airport

No fatalities • Uruapan-General Ignacio López Rayón, Mexico • Landing (descent or approach)

An aircraft veered off the runway during the landing roll at Uruapan-General Ignacio López Rayón Airport, resulting in significant damage but no injuries.

What happened

During the landing phase at Uruapan-General Ignacio López Rayón Airport, the aircraft completed its touchdown on the runway. As the crew initiated standard deceleration procedures, including the application of brakes and the deployment of reverse thrust, the aircraft experienced a loss of directional control.

Following this loss of control, the aircraft drifted toward the right side of the runway. During the excursion, the plane struck the ground with enough force to cause the separation of one landing gear. The aircraft eventually came to a complete stop off the paved surface.

Outcomes

  • All 12 occupants on board successfully evacuated the aircraft.
  • There were 0 fatalities and 0 injuries reported following the incident.
  • The aircraft sustained damage that rendered it beyond repair.

Probable cause

The aircraft lost directional control during the braking and reverse thrust application phase of the landing roll.

Frequently asked questions

What happened in the 1997-02-04 Swearingen SA226 Metro II accident near Uruapan-General Ignacio López Rayón, Mexico?

An aircraft veered off the runway during the landing roll at Uruapan-General Ignacio López Rayón Airport, resulting in significant damage but no injuries.

Were there any fatalities in the 1997-02-04 Swearingen SA226 Metro II accident?

No fatalities were recorded in this accident.

What aircraft was involved and where did it happen?

The accident on 1997-02-04 involved a Swearingen SA226 Metro II, registration XA-HAO, operated by Aero Cuahonte, at Uruapan-General Ignacio López Rayón, Mexico.

What was the probable cause of the accident?

The aircraft lost directional control during the braking and reverse thrust application phase of the landing roll.

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