Incident Overview
On final approach to Luzamba Airport, the flight crew encountered atmospheric turbulences. The captain responded by increasing engine power, which caused the approach speed to increase. As a result, the aircraft was too high and landed too far down the runway. After touching down, the captain decided to abandon the landing and initiated a go-around.
During the climb, the crew was aware that they should follow a downwind circuit at low altitude due to hostile actions in the area. On the second approach, the crew neglected to lower the landing gear. Consequently, the aircraft touched down on its belly and slid approximately 350 metres before coming to rest on the runway.
Occupant and Aircraft Status
All 10 occupants escaped without injury. The aircraft sustained damage beyond repair.
Probable Cause
The official investigation determined the probable cause to be the crew's failure to follow the approach checklist and their omission to lower the landing gear during the second approach. Although a cockpit alarm sounded to indicate that the gear was not lowered, the crew misinterpreted the alarm and did not lower the gear or initiate a second go-around.