Aircraft landing gear collapse during arrival

No fatalities • Palma de Mallorca-Son Sant Juan, Spain • Landing (descent or approach)

A landing gear failure caused an aircraft to veer off the runway, resulting in a write-off but no injuries.

What happened

During the landing phase of the flight, the right main landing gear of the aircraft suffered a structural collapse. This mechanical failure caused the aircraft to lose directional control on the runway, leading it to veer off the paved surface. The movement continued until the aircraft eventually came to a complete stop.

Findings

  • The primary cause of the excursion was the collapse of the right main gear.
  • There were zero fatalities and zero injuries reported among the crew members, as both pilots were able to evacuate the wreckage safely.
  • The aircraft sustained damage that rendered it a total loss, being classified as damaged beyond repair.

Probable cause

The collapse of the right main landing gear during touchdown caused the aircraft to veer off the runway.

Frequently asked questions

What happened in the 1989-06-06 Douglas C-47 Skytrain (DC-3) accident near Palma de Mallorca-Son Sant Juan, Spain?

A landing gear failure caused an aircraft to veer off the runway, resulting in a write-off but no injuries.

Were there any fatalities in the 1989-06-06 Douglas C-47 Skytrain (DC-3) accident?

No fatalities were recorded in this accident.

What aircraft was involved and where did it happen?

The accident on 1989-06-06 involved a Douglas C-47 Skytrain (DC-3), registration EC-EIS, operated by Aeromarket Express, at Palma de Mallorca-Son Sant Juan, Spain.

What was the probable cause of the accident?

The collapse of the right main landing gear during touchdown caused the aircraft to veer off the runway.

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