Aircraft gear collapse and excursion at Sittwe Airport

No fatalities • Sittwe, Myanmar • Landing (descent or approach)

A landing accident involving a right main gear collapse occurred at Sittwe Airport during an approach in poor weather conditions.

What happened

During an arrival from Yangon, the crew attempted an approach to Sittwe Airport amidst unfavorable weather. Upon touchdown on runway 11, the aircraft experienced a heavy landing that resulted in the collapse of the right main landing gear. This structural failure caused the right wing to impact the ground, leading to significant damage as the wing was partially sheared away. Following the impact, the aircraft lost directional control and veered toward the left side of the runway, eventually coming to a stop against a perimeter fence.

There were three people on board, including the captain, all of whom sustained slight injuries. The aircraft sustained damage that rendered it a total loss.

Findings

Investigation into the incident noted that several critical navigational aids were non-functional at the time of the accident. Specifically, the runway threshold lights, edge lights, and the Visual Approach Slope Indicator System (VASIS) were all unserviceable.

Probable cause

The collapse of the right main landing gear during a heavy landing was exacerbated by the lack of functional runway lighting and approach aids.

Frequently asked questions

What happened in the 2009-06-06 Fokker F28 Fellowship accident near Sittwe, Myanmar?

A landing accident involving a right main gear collapse occurred at Sittwe Airport during an approach in poor weather conditions.

Were there any fatalities in the 2009-06-06 Fokker F28 Fellowship accident?

No fatalities were recorded in this accident.

What aircraft was involved and where did it happen?

The accident on 2009-06-06 involved a Fokker F28 Fellowship, registration XY-ADW, operated by Myanma Airways, at Sittwe, Myanmar.

What was the probable cause of the accident?

The collapse of the right main landing gear during a heavy landing was exacerbated by the lack of functional runway lighting and approach aids.

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