Aircraft Accident at Las Palmas-Gando Airport (T.4-3)

Incident Overview and Outcome An aircraft completed its approach to Las Palmas-Gando Airport under conditions of strong crosswinds. During the landing phase, the left main landing gear collapsed upon touchdown. The aircraft subsequently slid for several yards before coming to a stop in flames. The incident resulted in one fatality and multiple injuries among the occupants. A passenger identified as Lt Col Sergio Ruipérez Escudero died in the accident. In total, twenty occupants were injured, while twenty-three others were reported unhurt. The source does not specify the aircraft type, registration, operator, or exact date of the event.