On May 11, 1975, a Vickers Viscount (registration CX-AQO) operated by PLUNA Uruguay - Primeras Lineas Uruguayas de Navegacion Aérea was involved in an aviation accident near Buenos Aires-Aeroparque-Jorge Newbery, Argentina during landing or approach. No fatalities were reported. Investigators recorded the probable cause as: The aircraft failed to stop within the remaining runway distance following landing, leading to a runway overrun. This summary draws on records from the Bureau of Aircraft Accidents Archives (B3A); 1 related events involving the same aircraft type or operator are linked below.
A four-engine airplane failed to stop after landing, resulting in a runway overrun and several injuries.
What happened
Upon completing its landing sequence, a four-engine airplane experienced mechanical or operational difficulties that prevented it from decelerating sufficiently. Due to the inability to halt within the available runway length, the aircraft overran the end of the pavement and traveled several dozen meters beyond the threshold before coming to a stop.
As a result of the excursion, three passengers sustained injuries during the event. The remaining 54 individuals on board were reported to be unhurt. The impact and subsequent movement caused significant damage to the airframe, rendering the aircraft a total loss.
Findings
The aircraft was unable to maintain braking or deceleration control following touchdown.
The incident resulted in the aircraft being damaged beyond repair.
Probable cause
The aircraft failed to stop within the remaining runway distance following landing, leading to a runway overrun.
What happened in the 11 May 1975 Vickers Viscount accident near Buenos Aires-Aeroparque-Jorge Newbery, Argentina?
A four-engine airplane failed to stop after landing, resulting in a runway overrun and several injuries.
Were there any fatalities in the 11 May 1975 Vickers Viscount accident?
No fatalities were recorded in this accident.
What aircraft was involved and where did it happen?
The accident on 11 May 1975 involved a Vickers Viscount, registration CX-AQO, operated by PLUNA Uruguay - Primeras Lineas Uruguayas de Navegacion Aérea, at Buenos Aires-Aeroparque-Jorge Newbery, Argentina.
What was the probable cause of the accident?
The aircraft failed to stop within the remaining runway distance following landing, leading to a runway overrun.
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