Runway excursion at Cuiabá-Marechal Rondon Airport

No fatalities • Cuiabá-Marechal Rondon, Brazil • Landing (descent or approach)

An aircraft veered off the runway at Cuiabá-Marechal Rondon Airport during the landing roll, resulting in significant damage but no injuries.

What happened

Upon completing the landing phase at Cuiabá-Marechal Rondon Airport, the flight crew initiated standard braking protocols. Shortly after the aircraft made contact with the runway, the crew deactivated the reverse thrust mechanism. Following this action, the aircraft experienced a loss of directional control and drifted toward the right side of the runway.

As the excursion continued, the aircraft's landing gear separated from the airframe. The movement ended several dozen meters away from the runway surface. Although the aircraft sustained damage that rendered it a total loss, all 15 occupants managed to exit the wreckage without sustaining any injuries.

Findings

  • The loss of control occurred immediately following the deactivation of the reverse thrust system during the landing roll.

Probable cause

The loss of directional control occurred after the crew deactivated the reverse thrust during the braking process.

Frequently asked questions

What happened in the 1996-10-11 Swearingen SA226 Metro II accident near Cuiabá-Marechal Rondon, Brazil?

An aircraft veered off the runway at Cuiabá-Marechal Rondon Airport during the landing roll, resulting in significant damage but no injuries.

Were there any fatalities in the 1996-10-11 Swearingen SA226 Metro II accident?

No fatalities were recorded in this accident.

What aircraft was involved and where did it happen?

The accident on 1996-10-11 involved a Swearingen SA226 Metro II, registration CP-1516, operated by Servicios y Transportes Aéreos Petroleros - STAP, at Cuiabá-Marechal Rondon, Brazil.

What was the probable cause of the accident?

The loss of directional control occurred after the crew deactivated the reverse thrust during the braking process.

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