No fatalities

1993-06-14: Dornier DO228 (B-12298) — Formosa Airlines — Lyudao (Green Island), Taiwan

Lyudao (Green Island), TaiwanLanding (descent or approach)

On June 14, 1993, a Dornier DO228 (registration B-12298) operated by Formosa Airlines was involved in an aviation accident near Lyudao (Green Island), Taiwan during landing or approach. No fatalities were reported. Investigators recorded the probable cause as: The crew continued the approach at a too low altitude until the aircraft impacted ground short of runway. This summary draws on records from the Bureau of Aircraft Accidents Archives (B3A); 7 related events involving the same aircraft type or operator are linked below.

Sourcesthe Bureau of Aircraft Accidents Archives (B3A)Primary reportUpdated 1781209916Data APIEditorial standards

On final approach to Lyudao Airport, the aircraft struck the ground short of the runway threshold, tearing off the right main gear. All 22 occupants escaped uninjured, but the aircraft was damaged beyond repair.

Accident Details

On final approach to Lyudao Airport, the crew failed to realize that the aircraft's altitude was too low. The aircraft struck the ground a few meters short of the runway threshold, resulting in the right main landing gear being torn off upon impact. The aircraft then crash landed and ultimately came to rest on the main runway.

Occupants

The aircraft carried a total of 22 occupants. All individuals on board escaped the accident without injury. No injuries were reported among passengers or crew members.

Aircraft Damage

The impact and subsequent crash landing caused extensive damage to the aircraft. The aircraft was deemed damaged beyond repair, resulting in a total loss.

Probable Cause

According to official findings, the probable cause of the accident was that the crew continued the approach at a too low altitude until the aircraft impacted the ground short of the runway.