Landing gear collapse and post-crash fire involving aircraft

No fatalities • Tunduru, Tanzania • Landing (descent or approach)

An aircraft experienced a left main landing gear failure during its landing roll, resulting in a belly slide and subsequent fire.

What happened

During the landing phase of the flight, the aircraft's left main landing gear failed and collapsed. This structural failure caused the aircraft to lose stability on the runway, leading it to slide along its fuselage. The friction and impact of the slide resulted in the aircraft coming to a halt after a period of sliding on its belly. Following the cessation of movement, the aircraft caught fire.

Findings

  • The primary event was the collapse of the left main gear during touchdown.
  • The aircraft's movement on the ground involved a belly slide.
  • The incident concluded with the aircraft bursting into flames.
  • There were no fatalities or injuries reported among the occupants.

Probable cause

The collapse of the left main landing gear during landing caused the aircraft to slide and ignite.

Frequently asked questions

What happened in the 1996-06-27 Cessna 402 accident near Tunduru, Tanzania?

An aircraft experienced a left main landing gear failure during its landing roll, resulting in a belly slide and subsequent fire.

Were there any fatalities in the 1996-06-27 Cessna 402 accident?

No fatalities were recorded in this accident.

What aircraft was involved and where did it happen?

The accident on 1996-06-27 involved a Cessna 402, registration 5H-RAZ, operated by Fleet Air (Tanzania), at Tunduru, Tanzania.

What was the probable cause of the accident?

The collapse of the left main landing gear during landing caused the aircraft to slide and ignite.

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