Night Approach Accident: Three-Engine Aircraft Strikes Sand Dune (G-ANOE)

Incident Overview During a final approach conducted at night, a three-engine aircraft struck a sand dune located a few dozen yards short of the runway. The pilot did not realize that the aircraft's altitude was insufficient before the impact occurred. On contact with the dune, the undercarriage was torn off, and the aircraft crash-landed on its belly before coming to rest. All three crew members were unhurt, but the aircraft was damaged beyond repair. ## Operational Context The accident occurred during the final approach phase of flight under night conditions. The source does not specify the aircraft type, registration, operator, date, or location. The pilot's failure to recognize the insufficient altitude is noted as a contributing factor in the sequence of events leading to the impact.