Incident Overview
A commercial aircraft operating a scheduled passenger flight from Juba to Wau suffered a left main gear collapse after touching down. The aircraft skidded along the 2,175-metre-long unpaved runway, veered off the surface, and came to rest with its nose gear torn off. All 50 passengers evacuated without injury, while all five crew members sustained injuries. The aircraft was damaged beyond repair.
Runway Conditions
The airport reported that the first portion of runway 09 had been closed for three months due to resurfacing work. According to various sources, the airline stated that no NOTAM had been issued regarding the ongoing work, and air traffic control did not advise the flight crew about the closure or activity. The slope of the runway reportedly made it impossible for the crew to see workers on the runway in time to avoid them.
Sequence of Events
After landing, the aircraft encountered obstacles on the runway, which it impacted, causing the aircraft to go out of control. The left main gear collapse preceded the skid and excursion.