What happened
During an approach to runway 23, a twin engine airplane experienced a heavy touchdown. Following the initial impact, the aircraft bounced twice on the runway surface. During this sequence, the nose landing gear failed and collapsed.
As a result of the gear failure, the pilot lost directional control of the aircraft. The plane drifted toward the left side of the runway before eventually coming to a complete stop off the paved surface.
Findings
- All 28 occupants on board successfully evacuated the aircraft without sustaining any injuries.
- The impact and subsequent excursion caused the aircraft to be declared a total loss, as it was damaged beyond repair.
- The specific reason for the initial hard landing remains undetermined.