Nose gear collapse during landing at Helsinki-Vantaa

No fatalities • Helsinki, Finland

A Beechcraft C90 sustained substantial damage following a nose landing gear collapse during its landing at Helsinki-Vantaa airport.

What happened

On August 26, 2015, at 0535 UTC, a Beechcraft C90, registered as OH-BEX, was performing a landing at Helsinki-Vantaa airport in Helsinki, Finland. During the landing phase, the aircraft's nose landing gear collapsed, resulting in substantial damage to the airframe. The aircraft was owned and operated by Scanwings Oy.

There were no injuries reported among the two crewmembers on board.

Probable cause

Not determined

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Frequently asked questions

What happened in the 26 Aug 2015 BEECH C90 accident near Helsinki, Finland?

A Beechcraft C90 sustained substantial damage following a nose landing gear collapse during its landing at Helsinki-Vantaa airport.

Were there any fatalities in the 26 Aug 2015 BEECH C90 accident?

No fatalities were recorded in this accident.

What aircraft was involved and where did it happen?

The accident on 26 Aug 2015 involved a BEECH C90, operated by Scanwings Oy, at Helsinki, Finland.

What was the probable cause of the accident?

Not determined

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