Aircraft hull loss during landing in Port Harcourt

No fatalities • Port Harcourt, Nigeria • Landing (descent or approach)

An aircraft sustained significant damage after crashing while attempting to land at Port Harcourt, resulting in no injuries but a total loss of the airframe.

What happened

During an approach to Port Harcourt, an unidentified aircraft type experienced a crash during the landing phase of flight. The impact occurred as the plane was touching down at the airfield. While the incident resulted in the aircraft being declared a total loss, there were no fatalities or injuries reported among those on board.

Findings

At this time, the specific reasons for the crash remain undetermined. Investigators have not yet established why the aircraft failed to complete a safe landing, and the exact sequence of events leading to the hull loss is currently unknown.

Probable cause

The cause of the landing accident remains undetermined.

Frequently asked questions

What happened in the 1958-09-26 De Havilland DH.104 Dove accident near Port Harcourt, Nigeria?

An aircraft sustained significant damage after crashing while attempting to land at Port Harcourt, resulting in no injuries but a total loss of the airframe.

Were there any fatalities in the 1958-09-26 De Havilland DH.104 Dove accident?

No fatalities were recorded in this accident.

What aircraft was involved and where did it happen?

The accident on 1958-09-26 involved a De Havilland DH.104 Dove, registration VR-NAY, operated by West African Airways Corporation, at Port Harcourt, Nigeria.

What was the probable cause of the accident?