Undercarriage collapse during landing at Puerto Inírida Airport

No fatalities • Puerto Inírida, Colombia • Landing (descent or approach)

An aircraft experienced a landing gear failure upon arrival at Puerto Inírida Airport, resulting in significant structural damage but no injuries.

What happened

During the landing phase at Puerto Inírida Airport, the aircraft's undercarriage failed. This structural collapse caused the plane to slide on its belly rather than remaining on its wheels. The impact and subsequent movement resulted in the aircraft being declared a total loss, as the damage was deemed beyond repair.

Despite the severity of the impact, the three crew members on board were able to evacuate the wreckage safely. There were zero fatalities and zero injuries reported following the incident.

Findings

  • The primary cause of the accident was the collapse of the undercarriage during the landing sequence.

Probable cause

The failure of the landing gear during the landing roll led to the aircraft impacting the runway on its belly.

Frequently asked questions

What happened in the 1994-01-30 Curtiss C-46 Commando accident near Puerto Inírida, Colombia?

An aircraft experienced a landing gear failure upon arrival at Puerto Inírida Airport, resulting in significant structural damage but no injuries.

Were there any fatalities in the 1994-01-30 Curtiss C-46 Commando accident?

No fatalities were recorded in this accident.

What aircraft was involved and where did it happen?

The accident on 1994-01-30 involved a Curtiss C-46 Commando, registration HK-1856, operated by Líneas Aéreas Suramericanas, at Puerto Inírida, Colombia.

What was the probable cause of the accident?

The failure of the landing gear during the landing roll led to the aircraft impacting the runway on its belly.

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