What happened
An aircraft arriving from Caracas-Maíquetia-Simón Bolívar Airport experienced a significant mechanical failure during its landing roll at Barcelona-General José Antonio Anzoátegui Airport. After the flight crew successfully completed the approach and touched down on the runway, the aircraft proceeded approximately 100 meters before both main landing gears collapsed.
This structural failure caused the plane to skid along the runway surface. During the course of the skid, the aircraft caught fire. Despite the intensity of the flames, all 8 occupants managed to evacuate the aircraft without sustaining any injuries. The aircraft itself sustained damage that rendered it a total loss.
Findings
- The primary event was the collapse of both main landing gears shortly after touchdown.
- The fire ignited as a result of the aircraft skidding on the runway following the gear failure.