Summary
No.2 engine failed due to a bird ingestion on take-off. The aircraft was unable to stop due to being overweight. The aircraft overshot the runway, hit the runway lights and came to rest with the gear collapsed.
Occurrence summary
| Investigation number | 196901184 |
|---|---|
| Occurrence date | 01/12/1969 |
| Location | Sydney |
| Report release date | 20/08/1970 |
| Report status | Final |
| Investigation type | Occurrence Investigation |
| Investigation status | Completed |
| Mode of transport | Aviation |
| Aviation occurrence category | Birdstrike |
| Occurrence class | Accident |
| Highest injury level | None |
Aircraft details
| Manufacturer | The Boeing Company |
|---|---|
| Model | 707 |
| Registration | N892PA |
| Operation type | Air Transport High Capacity |
| Departure point | Sydney |
| Damage | Substantial |