Incident Overview
On the runway 10 at Manaus-Eduardo Gomes Airport, the flight crew initiated takeoff by releasing the brakes and increasing engine power. Shortly after, a loud noise was heard emanating from the right side of the aircraft. The captain promptly decided to reject the takeoff and applied the brakes. As the aircraft began to deviate to the right, it veered off the runway and eventually came to a stop.
Crew and Aircraft Status
The three crew members on board escaped without injury. However, the aircraft sustained substantial damage. The right main gear punctured the wing, rendering the aircraft damaged beyond repair.
Probable Cause
The official investigation determined that the right main gear collapsed during the takeoff roll due to a structural failure. This failure resulted from the presence of fatigue cracks that were not identified by the maintenance crew because of poor maintenance practices. Additionally, the aircraft had been involved in a previous accident at Guarulhos Airport, which caused damage to the right main gear.