No fatalities

2017-06-03: Fokker F27 Friendship (5Y-FMM) — Safari Express Cargo — Garbaharey, Somalia

Garbaharey, SomaliaLanding (descent or approach)

On June 3, 2017, a Fokker F27 Friendship (registration 5Y-FMM) operated by Safari Express Cargo was involved in an aviation accident near Garbaharey, Somalia during landing or approach. No fatalities were reported. This summary draws on records from the Bureau of Aircraft Accidents Archives (B3A); 1 related events involving the same aircraft type or operator are linked below.

Sourcesthe Bureau of Aircraft Accidents Archives (B3A)Primary reportUpdated 1781191831Data APIEditorial standards

On 3 June 2016, a Fokker 27/Mk600 cargo aircraft struck an obstacle on short final approach to Garbaharrey Airport, causing the right main landing gear to collapse and a subsequent runway excursion, fire, and substantial damage. All four crew evacuated safely.

Accident Overview

On 3 June 2016 at 1120 hours, a Fokker 27/Mk600 aircraft, registration 5Y-FMM, operated by Safari Express Cargo Ltd on behalf of the World Food Programme, was conducting a cargo flight from Mogadishu to Garbaharrey Airport. During the landing phase, the aircraft struck an obstacle approximately 2 meters high while on short final approach. The impact caused the right main landing gear to collapse upon touchdown.

Sequence of Events

After the landing gear collapse, the aircraft veered off the runway to the starboard side. A segment of the right wing contacted the ground and was severed from the rest of the wing, resulting in fuel spillage and a fire. The four propeller blades of the starboard engine also struck the ground and were bent rearwards. The fire was contained and did not spread further.

Crew and Aircraft Status

All four crew members on board evacuated the aircraft safely. The aircraft sustained damage beyond economic repair. No other injuries or fatalities were reported in the source.

Flight Details

The flight was a relief supply mission under the auspices of the World Food Programme, carrying cargo from Mogadishu to Garbaharrey. The aircraft type is a Fokker 27/Mk600.