Incident Overview
During a routine flight from Khartoum to Malakal, the crew initiated a descent and completed the landing gear checklist. Upon lowering the landing gear, a technical problem occurred with the left main gear, which remained stuck in its wheel well and failed to deploy. The crew decided to return to Khartoum.
Attempts to Deploy Gear
Approaching Khartoum-Haj Yusuf Airport runway 18, the crew attempted to lower the gear manually but were unsuccessful. The aircraft proceeded to land with only the nose and right main gear deployed.
Landing and Aftermath
After touchdown, the left wing contacted the runway surface. The aircraft slid for approximately 1,350 meters, then veered to the left and came to rest. All 45 occupants on board evacuated safely. The aircraft was later assessed as damaged beyond repair.