Air Senegal runs off runway, wing catches fire

Air Senegal Flight 301, a scheduled international passenger flight from Dakar-Blaise Diagne International Airport (DSS/GOBD) to Bamako Airport (BKO/GABS) experienced a failed take-off and subsequent crash on the 9th of May 2024. The incident resulted in ten injuries, four of which were severe.

The aircraft, a Boeing 737-300, was previously operated by Tarom until November 2023, where it was acquired by Air Senegal. During preparations for a 4:30 pm local time departure, the pilots encountered a hydraulic issue and aborted the take-off. The plane veered off the runway to the left and came to a stop on the grass, where the left engine and wing caught fire but were quickly extinguished. Emergency services evacuated the passengers, and those injured were taken to a local hospital. The airport temporarily ceased operations following the incident. Reports from a passenger indicated that the aircraft had previously attempted take-off unsuccessfully, and during the second attempt, smoke was observed emanating from the wing.

Investigations into the accident are ongoing.

Aircraft Information:

Airline: Transair Senegal

Code: R2/GTS

Aircraft: Boeing 737-387

Serial Number: 27182

Engines: 2 x CFMI CFM56-3C1

First Flew: 13/10/1994

Age: 29.6 Years