Runway excursion at Ratanakiri Airport

No fatalities • Ratanakiri, Cambodia • Landing (descent or approach)

An aircraft sustained significant damage after veering off the runway during its landing attempt at Ratanakiri Airport, though all passengers and crew escaped without injury.

What happened

During an approach to Ratanakiri Airport, an aircraft experienced a runway excursion while attempting to land. As the aircraft was touching down, it made contact with the right side of the runway. The force of this impact caused the right main landing gear to collapse, leading to a loss of directional control.

Following the gear failure, the aircraft drifted off the paved surface and eventually came to a stop. Despite the severity of the impact and the subsequent damage to the airframe, there were no casualties. All 65 occupants successfully evacuated the aircraft without sustaining any injuries. The aircraft itself was determined to be a total loss due to damage sustained during the incident.

Findings

At this time, the specific reason for the aircraft striking the side of the runway remains undetermined. The primary mechanical consequence of the impact was the collapse of the right main landing gear.

Probable cause

The cause of the aircraft striking the side of the runway remains unknown.

Frequently asked questions

What happened in the 2005-11-21 Xian Yunsunji Y-7-100 accident near Ratanakiri, Cambodia?

An aircraft sustained significant damage after veering off the runway during its landing attempt at Ratanakiri Airport, though all passengers and crew escaped without injury.

Were there any fatalities in the 2005-11-21 Xian Yunsunji Y-7-100 accident?

No fatalities were recorded in this accident.

What aircraft was involved and where did it happen?

The accident on 2005-11-21 involved a Xian Yunsunji Y-7-100, registration XU-072, operated by PMT Air - Progress Multitrade Company, at Ratanakiri, Cambodia.

What was the probable cause of the accident?

The cause of the aircraft striking the side of the runway remains unknown.

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