Runway excursions are a very common problem in aviation safety. There are about 2 excursions per week worldwide with commercial and executive operations. (see
NLR-ATSI: Runway excursions). Currently we are working in Europe to make an action plan for the prevention of runway excursions. We also have plans to organise a free safety seminar on runway excursions next year.
See also:
http://www.nlr-atsi.com/eCache/ATS/14/919.pdf