Runway excursion at Oslo-Gardermoen Airport

No fatalities • Oslo-Gardermoen, Norway • Landing (descent or approach)

An aircraft experienced a runway excursion following touchdown at Oslo-Gardermoen Airport, resulting in significant damage but no injuries.

What happened

During the landing phase at Oslo-Gardermoen Airport, an aircraft touched down on runway 19R. As the aircraft was reducing its speed to approximately 60 knots, it began to veer toward the right side of the runway.

As the speed further decreased to 40 knots, the aircraft struck a snow berm. This impact caused the plane to rotate further to the right, eventually coming to a stop in a deep snow accumulation. The collision resulted in structural damage to the nose and both propellers.

Findings

  • All 11 occupants successfully evacuated the aircraft without injury.
  • The aircraft sustained damage that rendered it beyond repair.

Probable cause

The aircraft deviated from the runway centerline after touchdown and struck a snow berm during deceleration.

Frequently asked questions

What happened in the 2011-03-02 Swearingen SA227 Metro III accident near Oslo-Gardermoen, Norway?

An aircraft experienced a runway excursion following touchdown at Oslo-Gardermoen Airport, resulting in significant damage but no injuries.

Were there any fatalities in the 2011-03-02 Swearingen SA227 Metro III accident?

No fatalities were recorded in this accident.

What aircraft was involved and where did it happen?

The accident on 2011-03-02 involved a Swearingen SA227 Metro III, registration OY-NPB, operated by Air Norway, at Oslo-Gardermoen, Norway.

What was the probable cause of the accident?

The aircraft deviated from the runway centerline after touchdown and struck a snow berm during deceleration.

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