Aircraft Slides Off Runway Due to Lack of Braking Action

Runway Incident Overview

• ✈️ An aircraft, identified as Endeavor 587, experienced a runway excursion upon landing on runway 31.
• ⚠️ The pilot reported that the first two-thirds of the runway provided good braking action, but the last quarter had "absolutely nothing" in terms of braking capability.

Conditions and Communication

• 💨 The wind at the time of landing was reported as 310 at 23 knots, gusting to 32 knots.
• ☁️ Cloud bases were around 1,600 feet, with conditions described as "clearing up a little bit".
• 🗣️ Air Traffic Control (ATC) communicated with the aircraft, requesting reports on braking action.

Aircraft Status and Assistance

• 🧑‍✈️ All passengers and crew on board Endeavor 587 are reported to be safe and uninjured.
• ⛽ The aircraft had 7.3 hours of fuel remaining at the time of the incident.
• 🛠️ The aircraft required assistance and was off the runway, necessitating a tug to move it.

Runway Closure and Aftermath

• 🚧 Runway 31 was closed following the incident to allow for the aircraft to be recovered.
• 🌨️ There was mention of snow removal operations being conducted on the runway prior to other departures.
• 💬 The incident highlights a critical failure in braking action on a portion of the runway, leading to the excursion.