Incident Overview
A cargo flight originating from Brisbane, Australia, conducted an approach to Honiara-Henderson Airport in the Solomon Islands. During the final approach segment, the four-engine aircraft descended too low, causing the right main landing gear to impact the water surface. The impact separated the gear assembly from the aircraft.
Crew Actions and Landing
Following the gear strike, the flight crew increased engine power and elected to continue the approach. The aircraft subsequently touched down on runway 24 at Honiara-Henderson Airport. Upon landing, the aircraft became uncontrollable, veered off the runway at high speed, and eventually came to a stop.
Occupants and Damage
All six persons on board evacuated the aircraft without injury. The aircraft itself sustained damage that rendered it beyond economical repair, resulting in a total hull loss.
Investigation
The accident remains under investigation by relevant authorities. No further details regarding probable causes or contributing factors have been released at this time.