Runway Excursion Incident at Muscat Airport
Year: 2024
On 15 August 2024, a runway excursion occurred at Muscat International Airport (Runway 08L) when an aircraft veered off the paved surface during landing rollout. No injuries were reported, and runway closure was brief. Initial investigation attributes the cause to possible over-speed and wet runway conditions.
Incident Overview
- A runway excursion happened during landing on Runway 08L at Muscat International Airport on 15 August 2024 when the aircraft exited the runway surface during deceleration.
Immediate Response
- Runway operations were halted briefly, emergency services responded, and the aircraft was moved to safe location. No injuries or serious damage were noted.
Initial Findings
- Preliminary analysis indicates that excessive landing speed combined with possibly wet runway conditions may have contributed to the excursion.
Safety Context
- The event is categorized as an ICAO-defined runway excursion (RE) and is under review using standard risk protocols for overrun and excursion incidents.
Next Steps
- Further data evaluation includes reviewing runway surface friction data, aircraft configuration, braking performance, and pilot actions. Final safety recommendations will be issued following the full investigation.
