Undercarriage collapse during landing results in aircraft hull loss

No fatalities • Havana, Cuba • Landing (descent or approach)

An aircraft sustained significant damage after its landing gear failed during the touchdown phase of flight, resulting in no injuries.

What happened

During the landing phase of the flight, the aircraft experienced a mechanical failure upon contact with the runway. As the plane made touchdown, the undercarriage collapsed, causing the aircraft to lose stability and veer out of control.

The sequence of events led to the aircraft coming to a halt in a position that caused extensive structural damage. Following the incident, the aircraft was determined to be a total loss and was categorized as damaged beyond repair. There were no reported fatalities or injuries among the occupants during the event.

Findings

  • The primary factor in the accident was the failure of the landing gear assembly.
  • The collapse occurred specifically at the moment of touchdown.

Probable cause

The landing gear collapsed during the touchdown phase of flight.

Frequently asked questions

What happened in the 1954-05-17 Curtiss C-46 Commando accident near Havana, Cuba?

An aircraft sustained significant damage after its landing gear failed during the touchdown phase of flight, resulting in no injuries.

Were there any fatalities in the 1954-05-17 Curtiss C-46 Commando accident?

No fatalities were recorded in this accident.

What aircraft was involved and where did it happen?

The accident on 1954-05-17 involved a Curtiss C-46 Commando, registration CU-C556, operated by Cubana de Aviación, at Havana, Cuba.

What was the probable cause of the accident?

The landing gear collapsed during the touchdown phase of flight.

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