Aborted takeoff

07 Jun 2006. Tradewinds Boeing 747-2U3B aborted its takeoff from Medellin because of engine problems. The aircraft could not be brought to a halt on the runway and overran into a field. The nose gear was sheared off completely and the 747 came to rest about 150 m past the 3500 m long runway. The aircraft was substantially damaged but no one was injured.

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• aviation

[gubbstix]

and could anybody tell me why this happened?

[andree965]

Aborted takeoff due to engine failure, couldnt stop though and overshot the runway

[fosterfoster]

where was it happening?

[andree965]

Rionegro/Medellín-José María Córdova Airport (MDE) (Colombia) 07 Jun 2006

[lowew79]

@XysflightchampX if you think about it, turning increases the danger, more likely to roll or spin out of control. If you try to remain straight you might overrun and tear up your gear but your more likely to maintain control at least

[XysflightchampX]

wow

in my simulators i just turn into the taxi lane

even if its going too fast

[GigsVT]

wow! Great video.