Aircraft overturn during beach landing at Barra

No fatalities • Barra, United Kingdom • Landing (descent or approach)

A twin-engine aircraft sustained heavy damage after flipping onto its back during a landing on a beach in Barra.

What happened

During an ambulance mission, a twin engine aircraft attempted to land on the beach located at Barra. During the landing sequence, the aircraft overturned, eventually coming to rest in an upside-down position.

As a result of the impact and subsequent rollover, the two pilots on board sustained injuries. The aircraft itself suffered structural damage that was deemed beyond repair.

Findings

  • The aircraft was operating in an emergency medical capacity at the time of the accident.
  • The landing occurred on a beach environment rather than a conventional runway.
  • The primary event leading to the wreckage state was the aircraft overturning during the touchdown phase.

Probable cause

The aircraft overturned while performing a landing on the beach at Barra.

Frequently asked questions

What happened in the 1951-12-06 De Havilland DH.89 Dragon Rapide accident near Barra, United Kingdom?

A twin-engine aircraft sustained heavy damage after flipping onto its back during a landing on a beach in Barra.

Were there any fatalities in the 1951-12-06 De Havilland DH.89 Dragon Rapide accident?

No fatalities were recorded in this accident.

What aircraft was involved and where did it happen?

The accident on 1951-12-06 involved a De Havilland DH.89 Dragon Rapide, registration G-AGPH, operated by British European Airways - BEA, at Barra, United Kingdom.

What was the probable cause of the accident?

The aircraft overturned while performing a landing on the beach at Barra.

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