Aircraft gear collapse at Castries-George F. L. Charles Airport

No fatalities • Castries-George F. L. Charles (Vigie), Saint Lucia • Landing (descent or approach)

A landing accident involving a gear collapse occurred at Vigie Airport following a flight from Barbados.

What happened

A flight originating from Bridgetown-Grantley Adams Airport concluded with an accident upon arrival at Castries-George F. L. Charles (Vigie) Airport. During the landing phase, the left main gear collapsed immediately after the aircraft made contact with the runway. This mechanical failure caused the aircraft to veer away from the runway centerline, eventually coming to a stop against a perimeter fence.

Findings

  • The aircraft sustained damage that rendered it a total loss.
  • There were no injuries reported for the pilot following the incident.
  • The sequence of events began during the touchdown phase of the landing.

Probable cause

The collapse of the left main landing gear upon touchdown.

Frequently asked questions

What happened in the 2011-04-13 Cessna 421B Golden Eagle II accident near Castries-George F. L. Charles (Vigie), Saint Lucia?

A landing accident involving a gear collapse occurred at Vigie Airport following a flight from Barbados.

Were there any fatalities in the 2011-04-13 Cessna 421B Golden Eagle II accident?

No fatalities were recorded in this accident.

What aircraft was involved and where did it happen?

The accident on 2011-04-13 involved a Cessna 421B Golden Eagle II, registration N511LC, operated by Aviation Services Saint Lucia, at Castries-George F. L. Charles (Vigie), Saint Lucia.

What was the probable cause of the accident?

The collapse of the left main landing gear upon touchdown.

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