What happened
During the landing phase of flight, specifically upon touchdown on the runway, the right main gear of the aircraft suffered a structural collapse. Following this mechanical failure, the pilot attempted to maintain directional stability by applying left rudder and utilizing the braking system. However, these corrective measures were unsuccessful in preventing the aircraft from veering toward the right side of the runway.
The excursion resulted in a high-impact collision with a non-residential building located near the runway. The impact triggered a significant fire that spread rapidly, resulting in the total destruction of both the aircraft and the structure. Due to the intense heat and the nature of the conflagration, investigators were unable to examine the fracture surfaces of the right landing gear components.
Findings
Official investigations into the accident identified several critical factors contributing to the event:
- The primary failure was a total collapse of the main landing gear immediately following contact with the runway.
- A loss of directional control occurred during the ground roll, making it impossible for the crew to prevent the aircraft from swerving.
- The sequence concluded with an uncontrolled collision between the aircraft and a stationary object (a building).