Accident Overview
A demonstration flight intended for potential customers ended in a belly landing at Taiyuan-Wuzu Airport after the crew failed to extend the undercarriage. The aircraft, carrying five passengers and two pilots, sustained a fire post-landing and was destroyed.
Flight Details
The flight was organized as a demonstration for prospective buyers. Onboard were five passengers and a crew of two pilots. The destination was Taiyuan-Wuzu Airport, where the approach and landing were to take place.
Accident Sequence
During final approach, cockpit confusion arose, leading the crew to overlook the undercarriage lowering procedure. The aircraft touched down on its belly, sliding along the runway for several dozen meters before coming to a stop. Shortly after halting, the aircraft burst into flames.
Aftermath
All seven occupants evacuated the aircraft without injury. However, the fire consumed the aircraft entirely, resulting in its destruction.
Findings
The official probable cause attributed the accident to a belly landing following the crew's failure to lower the undercarriage.