Bombardier DHC8 landing gear incident at Belfast International Airport

No fatalities • Belfast, Ireland

A Bombardier DHC8 aircraft performed an emergency landing at Belfast International Airport with its nose landing gear in the retracted position.

What happened

On October 11, 2017, a Bombardier DHC8-402, registration G-JDEU, was involved in an incident during its approach to Belfast International Airport. The flight crew diverted to the airport and subsequently landed the aircraft with the nose landing gear in the retracted position. There were no injuries resulting from the event.

Probable cause

Not determined

Frequently asked questions

What happened in the 11 Oct 2017 DE HAVILLAND DHC8 accident near Belfast, Ireland?

A Bombardier DHC8 aircraft performed an emergency landing at Belfast International Airport with its nose landing gear in the retracted position.

Were there any fatalities in the 11 Oct 2017 DE HAVILLAND DHC8 accident?

No fatalities were recorded in this accident.

What aircraft was involved and where did it happen?

The accident on 11 Oct 2017 involved a DE HAVILLAND DHC8, at Belfast, Ireland.

What was the probable cause of the accident?

Not determined

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