Incident Overview
An aircraft operating under contract for the International Organization for Migration (IOM) and the Government of South Sudan experienced a landing gear failure upon touchdown at Aweil Airport. The flight was repatriating South Sudanese refugees to Aweil.
Sequence of Events
After the aircraft touched down, the left main landing gear collapsed. The aircraft subsequently veered to the left and departed the runway surface. It slid across soft ground for several dozen meters before coming to rest in bushes. During the slide, the left wing separated from the airframe.
Aftermath
There was no fire following the accident. All 57 occupants, including passengers and crew, evacuated the aircraft without serious harm. One passenger reported minor injuries and received medical attention. The aircraft sustained substantial damage and was deemed beyond economical repair.
Operator and Mission
The flight was part of a humanitarian effort to airlift South Sudanese refugees back to their home region. The aircraft was chartered specifically for this mission by the IOM and the Government of South Sudan.