Emergency landing at Merowe following hydraulic failure

No fatalities • Merowe, Sudan • Landing (descent or approach)

An aircraft diverted to an abandoned airfield in Merowe after experiencing a hydraulic leak, resulting in a crash landing with no injuries.

What happened

While performing an en route phase of flight, the aircraft experienced a mechanical failure involving a hydraulic leak within the right engine. This malfunction led to the subsequent failure of the engine itself. In response to the emergency, the crew elected to divert the flight to Merowe, utilizing an abandoned airfield as an emergency landing site.

Upon arrival at the airfield, the aircraft type underwent a crash landing. The impact resulted in the aircraft being damaged beyond repair. Despite the severity of the impact, there were no casualties among the 20 occupants, with all individuals remaining uninjured during the event.

Findings

  • A hydraulic leak originated in the right engine.
  • The loss of hydraulic pressure caused the failure of the right engine.

Probable cause

A hydraulic leak led to the failure of the aircraft's right engine.

Frequently asked questions

What happened in the 1951-11-12 Douglas C-47 Skytrain (DC-3) accident near Merowe, Sudan?

An aircraft diverted to an abandoned airfield in Merowe after experiencing a hydraulic leak, resulting in a crash landing with no injuries.

Were there any fatalities in the 1951-11-12 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 1951-11-12 involved a Douglas C-47 Skytrain (DC-3), registration KN438, operated by Royal Air Force - RAF, at Merowe, Sudan.

What was the probable cause of the accident?

A hydraulic leak led to the failure of the aircraft's right engine.

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