On September 7, 1961, a De Havilland DH.104 Dove (registration CR-CAD) operated by Aero Club do Cabo Verde was involved in an aviation accident near São Pedro-Cesária Évora, Cabo Verde during landing or approach. No fatalities were reported. Investigators recorded the probable cause as: The collapse of the nose landing gear during the landing sequence. This summary draws on records from the Bureau of Aircraft Accidents Archives (B3A); 1 related events involving the same aircraft type or operator are linked below.
An aircraft experienced a nose gear failure upon touchdown, resulting in a ground slide and the total loss of the airframe.
What happened
During the landing phase of the flight, the aircraft's nose landing gear failed to support the weight of the plane, leading to a structural collapse. Following the impact of the gear failure, the aircraft type slid across the runway surface for a distance of several yards before the movement ceased.
While the incident resulted in no injuries to those on board, the damage sustained during the slide was severe enough that the aircraft was declared a total loss and written off.
Findings
Official investigations concluded that the primary factor in the accident was the mechanical failure of the nose gear at the moment of landing.
Probable cause
The collapse of the nose landing gear during the landing sequence.
What happened in the 7 Sept 1961 De Havilland DH.104 Dove accident near São Pedro-Cesária Évora, Cabo Verde?
An aircraft experienced a nose gear failure upon touchdown, resulting in a ground slide and the total loss of the airframe.
Were there any fatalities in the 7 Sept 1961 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 7 Sept 1961 involved a De Havilland DH.104 Dove, registration CR-CAD, operated by Aero Club do Cabo Verde, at São Pedro-Cesária Évora, Cabo Verde.
What was the probable cause of the accident?
The collapse of the nose landing gear during the landing sequence.
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