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Aircraft landing gear collapse during touchdown (AN-AOC)

Managua-Augusto Cesar Sandino-Las Mercedes, NicaraguaLanding (descent or approach)

On February 25, 1976, a Curtiss C-46 Commando (registration AN-AOC) operated by Lineas Aéreas de Nicaragua - LANICA was involved in an aviation accident near Managua-Augusto Cesar Sandino-Las Mercedes, Nicaragua during landing or approach. No fatalities were reported. Investigators recorded the probable cause as: The collapse of the right main landing gear upon touchdown led to the destruction of the aircraft. This summary draws on records from the Bureau of Aircraft Accidents Archives (B3A); 6 related events involving the same aircraft type or operator are linked below.

Sourcesthe Bureau of Aircraft Accidents Archives (B3A)Source recordUpdated 2026-06-14Data APIEditorial standards

An aircraft sustained significant damage after its right main landing gear failed upon contact with the runway.

What happened

During the landing phase of the flight, the aircraft experienced a mechanical failure immediately following touchdown. As the plane made contact with the runway, the right main gear collapsed. This structural failure caused the aircraft to lose stability and come to a stop on the airfield.

As a result of the gear collapse, the airframe sustained extensive damage. The incident was classified as a hull loss, as the aircraft was determined to be damaged beyond repair.

Findings

  • There were no casualties reported among the occupants following the impact.
  • The primary factor in the accident was the failure of the right main landing gear during the transition from flight to ground operations.

Probable cause

The collapse of the right main landing gear upon touchdown led to the destruction of the aircraft.

Related events

Same operator

Frequently asked questions

What happened in the 25 Feb 1976 Curtiss C-46 Commando accident near Managua-Augusto Cesar Sandino-Las Mercedes, Nicaragua?

An aircraft sustained significant damage after its right main landing gear failed upon contact with the runway.

Were there any fatalities in the 25 Feb 1976 Curtiss C-46 Commando accident?

No fatalities were recorded in this accident.

What aircraft was involved and where did it happen?

The accident on 25 Feb 1976 involved a Curtiss C-46 Commando, registration AN-AOC, operated by Lineas Aéreas de Nicaragua - LANICA, at Managua-Augusto Cesar Sandino-Las Mercedes, Nicaragua.

What was the probable cause of the accident?

The collapse of the right main landing gear upon touchdown led to the destruction of the aircraft.

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