Nose gear collapse during landing at Iquitos

No fatalities • Iquitos-Coronel Francisco Secada Vignetta, Peru • Landing (descent or approach)

A nose gear failure occurred during the landing roll of an aircraft at Iquitos-Coronel Francisco Secada Vignetta, resulting in a write-off but no injuries.

What happened

During an arrival at the Iquitos-Coronel Francisco Secada Vignetta runway 06, the aircraft was undergoing standard braking procedures following touchdown. While traveling at approximately 100 knots, the nose gear collapsed. This structural failure caused the aircraft to slide along the runway for several dozen meters before the movement ceased.

Despite the impact of the collapse, all six occupants managed to evacuate the aircraft without sustaining any injuries. The incident resulted in the aircraft being declared a total loss, as the damage sustained was beyond repair.

Probable cause

The collapse of the nose landing gear during the high-speed braking phase of the landing roll.

Frequently asked questions

What happened in the 1992-03-28 Douglas DC-8 accident near Iquitos-Coronel Francisco Secada Vignetta, Peru?

A nose gear failure occurred during the landing roll of an aircraft at Iquitos-Coronel Francisco Secada Vignetta, resulting in a write-off but no injuries.

Were there any fatalities in the 1992-03-28 Douglas DC-8 accident?

No fatalities were recorded in this accident.

What aircraft was involved and where did it happen?

The accident on 1992-03-28 involved a Douglas DC-8, registration OB-1456, operated by Export Air Cargo, at Iquitos-Coronel Francisco Secada Vignetta, Peru.

What was the probable cause of the accident?

The collapse of the nose landing gear during the high-speed braking phase of the landing roll.

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