No fatalities

2014-09-06: Fokker 50 (5Y-BYE) — Skyward International Aviation — Mogadishu-Aden Adde, Somalia

Mogadishu-Aden Adde, SomaliaLanding (descent or approach)

On September 6, 2014, a Fokker 50 (registration 5Y-BYE) operated by Skyward International Aviation was involved in an aviation accident near Mogadishu-Aden Adde, Somalia during landing or approach. No fatalities were reported. Investigators recorded the probable cause as: Right main gear failure during landing. This summary draws on records from the Bureau of Aircraft Accidents Archives (B3A); 2 related events involving the same aircraft type or operator are linked below.

Sourcesthe Bureau of Aircraft Accidents Archives (B3A)Primary reportUpdated 1781193402Data APIEditorial standards

During landing on runway 05 at Mogadishu Airport, the right main gear failed, causing the aircraft to veer right and collide with a perimeter fence. All 24 occupants evacuated safely.

Event

Upon touchdown on runway 05 at Mogadishu Airport, the right main landing gear of the aircraft failed. This failure caused the aircraft to veer to the right and depart the runway surface. The aircraft rolled for several dozen meters before colliding with a concrete perimeter fence and coming to rest. No fire occurred during the accident.

Aircraft Damage

The impact with the fence resulted in substantial damage to the aircraft. The right wing and the right engine suffered severe damage, with the right wing breaking into two sections. The nose of the aircraft was destroyed, and the fuselage was bent in several areas.

Occupants and Evacuation

The aircraft was carrying a total of 24 occupants at the time of the accident. All occupants successfully evacuated the aircraft and were reported to be safe, with no injuries sustained.

Operator and Flight Details

The aircraft was operating a domestic scheduled flight on behalf of Jubba Airways. The flight was ongoing at the time of the landing. No other details regarding the aircraft type, registration, or flight number were provided.

Probable cause

Right main gear failure during landing.