Tropicair DHC-6 lost nose-gear after excursion during wet-runway take-off

A De Havilland DHC-6 aircraft operated by Tropicair experienced a significant runway excursion following a wet-grass takeoff at Tapini airfield, located approximately 70 nautical miles north of an unspecified location in Papua New Guinea. The turboprop became airborne despite sustaining damage to its nose gear during the incident. Investigators in Papua New Guinea have confirmed that the aircraft continued its flight destination to Papua New Guinea’s capital. Initial reports indicate the event occurred on a wet grass runway. Authorities are currently investigating the circumstances surrounding this aviation mishap involving the Tropicair DHC-6.