Incident Overview
A flight from Naples-Capodichino Airport to Moscow experienced a landing gear malfunction during the approach to Vnukovo Airport. The crew began descent without incident.
Approach and Malfunction
On approach to Runway 09, while completing the approach checklist and configuring the aircraft for landing, the crew observed that both main landing gears remained retracted in their wheel wells. The nose gear had properly locked into the down position. The crew abandoned the approach and executed a go-around.
Troubleshooting
During a holding circuit, the crew attempted to troubleshoot the landing gear system. They tried to deploy both main gears manually but were unsuccessful. After exhausting available options, the crew decided to land with the main gears retracted.
Landing and Evacuation
The aircraft touched down on Runway 01 with both main gears retracted and the nose gear extended. It slid for several dozen meters before coming to a halt. All 11 occupants evacuated the aircraft safely. The aircraft sustained damage beyond repair.
Investigation
The investigation focused on the landing gear system to determine why both main gears failed to deploy. No probable cause was stated in the initial report.