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Aircraft excursion into sea following touchdown at Genoa (I-JAKE)

Genoa, ItalyLanding (descent or approach)

On May 28, 1977, a Yakovlev Yak-40 (registration I-JAKE) operated by Avioligure was involved in an aviation accident near Genoa, Italy during landing or approach. No fatalities were reported. Investigators recorded the probable cause as: The aircraft struck the runway with its left wing during touchdown, leading to an uncontrolled rollout and subsequent overrun into the sea. This summary draws on records from the Bureau of Aircraft Accidents Archives (B3A).

Sourcesthe Bureau of Aircraft Accidents Archives (B3A)Primary reportUpdated 2026-06-12Data APIEditorial standards

An aircraft sustained heavy damage after striking a runway with its wing during landing at Genoa-Cristofo Colombo Airport, resulting in an overrun into the sea.

What happened

During the landing phase at Genoa-Cristofo Colombo Airport, the aircraft made contact with the runway surface using its left wingtip. This impact caused the plane to lose directional control while on the ground. Following the initial strike, the aircraft continued to roll along the runway before eventually overrunning the end of the paved surface. The momentum carried the vehicle into the adjacent sea.

Findings

  • The impact with the runway surface led to a loss of control.
  • The aircraft was destroyed during the excursion.
  • All four crew members sustained injuries during the event.

Probable cause

The aircraft struck the runway with its left wing during touchdown, leading to an uncontrolled rollout and subsequent overrun into the sea.

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