Landing gear failure during approach to Shoreham Airport

No fatalities • West Sussex, United Kingdom

A Piper PA-23-250 experienced a landing gear system failure while attempting to land at Shoreham Airport in West Sussex.

What happened

On June 30, 2017, at 15:42 UTC, a Piper PA-23-250, registration G-BCCE, was on approach to Shoreham Airport (EGKA) in West Sussex, United Kingdom. The aircraft had departed from Bournemouth Airport (EGHH) prior to the incident.

During the landing phase, the aircraft experienced a failure of the landing gear system. The two occupants on board were not injured during the event.

Probable cause

Not determined

Frequently asked questions

What happened in the 30 Jun 2017 PIPER PA23 250 accident near West Sussex, United Kingdom?

A Piper PA-23-250 experienced a landing gear system failure while attempting to land at Shoreham Airport in West Sussex.

Were there any fatalities in the 30 Jun 2017 PIPER PA23 250 accident?

No fatalities were recorded in this accident.

What aircraft was involved and where did it happen?

The accident on 30 Jun 2017 involved a PIPER PA23 250, at West Sussex, United Kingdom.

What was the probable cause of the accident?

Not determined

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