Overview
• Operator: Tassili Airlines
• Aircraft Model: de Havilland Dash 8-400
• Registration: 7T-VCO
• Flight Number: SF-2333
• Route: Tamanrasset (TMR) to In Salah (INZ)
• Date: 21 February 2025
• Occupants: Not specified
• Casualties: None reported
• Nature of Incident: Rejected takeoff due to left main tire failure
Incident Summary
A Tassili Airlines de Havilland Dash 8-400, operating as flight SF-2333, was departing Tamanrasset (TMR) for In Salah (INZ) when the crew rejected takeoff following a failure of one of the left main landing gear tires during the acceleration phase.
The aircraft slowed safely and returned to the apron without further incident.
Tassili Airlines later classified the event as a minor incident, confirming that the decision to abort takeoff was made due to the failed tire. No injuries or secondary damage were reported.
Sequence of Events
Pre-incident Conditions:
• The aircraft was operating a routine domestic flight between Tamanrasset and In Salah.
• No reported technical issues before departure.
Takeoff Roll & Rejected Takeoff:
• As the aircraft was accelerating for takeoff, the crew identified a left main tire failure.
• The decision was made to abort the takeoff to prevent further damage or potential risks.
• The aircraft safely decelerated and vacated the runway, returning to the apron.
Aftermath & Emergency Response:
• No emergency evacuation was required.
• The aircraft was inspected for further damage, with no immediate concerns reported beyond the failed tire.
Investigation & Initial Findings
• The cause of the tire failure remains undetermined but could be linked to:
• Tire wear or structural failure due to prior stress.
• Foreign object debris (FOD) on the runway leading to puncture or deflation.
• High ambient temperatures in the region affecting tire integrity.
• The aircraft’s braking system and rejected takeoff procedures functioned as expected.
Analysis & Safety Recommendations
• Pre-flight tire condition inspections should be reinforced to detect early signs of wear or damage.
• Runway FOD (foreign object debris) monitoring should be maintained to prevent tire punctures during takeoff rolls.
• Crew training on rejected takeoff decision-making continues to be critical in preventing runway incidents.
• Aircraft should undergo a full post-incident inspection before being cleared for return to service.
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