Incident Overview
On an unspecified date, an aircraft operating at Lubumbashi-Luano Airport experienced a failure during the takeoff roll. A deflector located on the right main gear failed, prompting the crew to continue the takeoff procedure. After liftoff, the right main gear could not be raised into its wheel well.
Crew Actions
Initially, the crew decided to proceed to Kinshasa with the landing gear in the extended (down) configuration. However, they later opted to return to Lubumbashi for a landing, which was executed safely. Following touchdown, the aircraft deviated to the right of the runway centerline, subsequently veered off the runway, and came to rest in a ditch.
Outcome
The three crew members on board escaped uninjured. The aircraft sustained damage beyond repair.
Investigation
The investigation identified that the deflector on the right main gear failed during the takeoff roll. No other contributing factors or causes have been stated in official sources.