Crash of a Britten-Norman BN-2A-21 Islander in Landikma
Date & Time:
Apr 29, 1983
Registration:
PK-OBE
Survivors:
Yes
MSN:
429
YOM:
1975
Crew on board:
1
Crew fatalities:
Pax on board:
0
Pax fatalities:
Other fatalities:
Total fatalities:
0
Circumstances:
During the takeoff roll, one of the engine failed. The pilot abandoned the takeoff procedure and initiated an emergency braking maneuver. Unable to stop within the remaining distance, the aircraft overran and came to rest. The pilot, sole on board, was uninjured while the aircraft was damaged beyond repair.
Probable cause:
Engine failure during takeoff for unknown reasons.