No fatalities

1970-01-30: Antonov AN-24 (SU-AOK) — United Arab Airlines — Luxor, Egypt

Luxor, EgyptLanding (descent or approach)

On January 30, 1970, an Antonov AN-24 (registration SU-AOK) operated by United Arab Airlines was involved in an aviation accident near Luxor, Egypt during landing or approach. No fatalities were reported. Investigators recorded the probable cause as: The exact reason for the collapse of the main landing gear during the landing sequence has not been established. This summary draws on records from the Bureau of Aircraft Accidents Archives (B3A); 8 related events involving the same aircraft type or operator are linked below.

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An aircraft experienced a main landing gear failure during its arrival at Luxor Airport, resulting in significant damage to the airframe.

What happened

During the landing phase at Luxor Airport, an aircraft experienced a mechanical failure involving its landing gear. Specifically, one of the main landing gear assemblies collapsed as the plane touched down on the runway. Following this structural failure, the aircraft continued to move along the ground, sliding for several dozen meters before the motion ceased.

While the incident resulted in the aircraft being damaged beyond repair, there were no fatalities or injuries reported among those on board. The event concluded once the plane came to a complete stop on the airfield.

Findings

Official investigations into the incident have noted that the primary factor was the failure of the landing gear during touchdown. At this time, the specific reason for the collapse of the main gear remains undetermined.

Probable cause

The exact reason for the collapse of the main landing gear during the landing sequence has not been established.