On May 15, 1973, a Vickers Viscount (registration PP-SRD) operated by VASP - Viação Aérea de São Paulo was involved in an aviation accident near Salvador-Deputado Luis Eduardo Magalhães (ex Dois de Julho), Brazil during landing or approach. No fatalities were reported. Investigators recorded the probable cause as: The aircraft lost directional control on a rain-soaked runway, leading to an excursion onto soft ground and subsequent gear collapse. This summary draws on records from the Bureau of Aircraft Accidents Archives (B3A); 8 related events involving the same aircraft type or operator are linked below.
An aircraft veered off the runway during landing at Salvador-Dois de Julho Airport following a touchdown on a rain-soaked surface.
What happened
During an approach to Salvador-Dois de Julho Airport, the flight encountered significant rainfall. Upon touching down on the wet runway surface, the aircraft type experienced a skid that caused it to deviate from the centerline and veer toward the left side of the runway.
As the plane moved onto the unpaved area adjacent to the runway, the landing gear failed under the impact with the soft terrain. The aircraft eventually came to a complete stop after the undercarriage collapsed. There were zero fatalities and no injuries reported among the occupants following the incident.
Findings
Heavy precipitation during the approach phase.
The wet runway conditions contributed to the loss of directional control during the landing roll.
Probable cause
The aircraft lost directional control on a rain-soaked runway, leading to an excursion onto soft ground and subsequent gear collapse.
What happened in the 15 May 1973 Vickers Viscount accident near Salvador-Deputado Luis Eduardo Magalhães (ex Dois de Julho), Brazil?
An aircraft veered off the runway during landing at Salvador-Dois de Julho Airport following a touchdown on a rain-soaked surface.
Were there any fatalities in the 15 May 1973 Vickers Viscount accident?
No fatalities were recorded in this accident.
What aircraft was involved and where did it happen?
The accident on 15 May 1973 involved a Vickers Viscount, registration PP-SRD, operated by VASP - Viação Aérea de São Paulo, at Salvador-Deputado Luis Eduardo Magalhães (ex Dois de Julho), Brazil.
What was the probable cause of the accident?
The aircraft lost directional control on a rain-soaked runway, leading to an excursion onto soft ground and subsequent gear collapse.
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