Runway overrun at Jaipur-Sanganer Airport

No fatalities • Jaipur, India • Landing (descent or approach)

An aircraft experienced a runway excursion during a third landing attempt at Jaipur-Sanganer Airport due to heavy rain and poor visibility.

What happened

During an approach to Jaipur-Sanganer Airport, the flight crew encountered severe weather characterized by intense rainfall. The initial descent was marked by low visibility, prompting the captain to execute a go-around. A subsequent attempt to land was also aborted, resulting in a second go-around procedure.

On the third landing attempt, the pilot-in-command touched down approximately 1,800 feet beyond the runway threshold. Because of the wet surface conditions and the extended touchdown point, the aircraft was unable to decelerate within the available runway length. This led to a runway overrun where the left main gear was lost. Despite the significant impact, all 27 occupants managed to evacuate the aircraft without any injuries. The aircraft sustained damage that rendered it a total loss.

Findings

Investigations into the incident identified that the primary contributing factor was an incorrect approach configuration during the final landing attempt.

Probable cause

The accident was caused by the aircraft being in an improper configuration during its approach to the runway.

Frequently asked questions

What happened in the 1971-08-09 Vickers Viscount accident near Jaipur, India?

An aircraft experienced a runway excursion during a third landing attempt at Jaipur-Sanganer Airport due to heavy rain and poor visibility.

Were there any fatalities in the 1971-08-09 Vickers Viscount accident?

No fatalities were recorded in this accident.

What aircraft was involved and where did it happen?

The accident on 1971-08-09 involved a Vickers Viscount, registration VT-DIX, operated by Indian Airlines, at Jaipur, India.

What was the probable cause of the accident?

The accident was caused by the aircraft being in an improper configuration during its approach to the runway.

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