Boeing KC-137 Stratoliner
Safety Rating
10/10Total Incidents
1
Total Fatalities
0
Incident History
Brazilian Air Force - Força Aérea Brasileira
The aircraft was returning to Manaus (Ponta Pelada AFB) with a crew of 12 and 131 Brazilian soldiers who took part of the United Nations Stabilization Mission In Haiti (UNSTAMIH). During the takeoff roll on runway 28, an engine caught fire. The Captain aborted the takeoff procedure and started an emergency braking manoeuvre. The aircraft veered off runway to the left and entered a grassy area. The nose gear was torn off and the aircraft slid for several metres before coming to rest. All 143 occupants evacuated safely while the aircraft was damaged beyond repair.
Safety Profile
Reliability
Reliable
This rating is based on historical incident data and may not reflect current operational safety.