No fatalities

1985-03-06: Fokker F27 Friendship (5A-DLR) — Libyan Arab Airlines — Giallo, Libya

Giallo, LibyaLanding (descent or approach)

On March 6, 1985, a Fokker F27 Friendship (registration 5A-DLR) operated by Libyan Arab Airlines was involved in an aviation accident near Giallo, Libya during landing or approach. No fatalities were reported. This summary draws on records from the Bureau of Aircraft Accidents Archives (B3A); 7 related events involving the same aircraft type or operator are linked below.

Sourcesthe Bureau of Aircraft Accidents Archives (B3A)Primary reportUpdated 1781218643Data APIEditorial standards

An aircraft landed on the closed south portion of runway 18/36, striking a two-meter trench. The left main gear collapsed, causing the aircraft to come to rest on its belly. No casualties occurred, and the aircraft was written off.

Incident Overview

An aircraft landed on the south part of runway 18/36, which was closed to traffic due to maintenance. At the time, only runway 09/27 was available for use. The surface on the south part of the closed runway had been removed, leaving a two-meter-deep trench in the center.

Sequence of Events

For reasons that remain unknown—possibly poor flight preparation, misunderstanding, or poor crew coordination—the aircraft touched down on the closed portion of runway 18/36. As the aircraft rolled over the center of the runway, it struck the trench. The impact caused the left main landing gear to collapse, and the aircraft subsequently came to rest on its belly.

Damage and Casualties

There were no casualties reported as a result of the incident. However, the aircraft sustained substantial damage and was written off.

Runway Status

Runway 18/36 had been closed for maintenance, with the south part's surface removed. Only runway 09/27 was available for traffic, but the aircraft did not use it.