Aircraft nose gear collapse during landing at Ancona-Falconara Airport

No fatalities • Ancona, Italy • Landing (descent or approach)

A twin-engine cargo flight operating from Sarajevo experienced a nose gear failure upon touchdown at Ancona-Falconara Airport, resulting in a post-crash fire.

What happened

A cargo flight consisting of a twin-engine aircraft departed from Sarajevo Airport, destined for Ancona-Falconara Airport. The flight was transporting various goods and was operated by a crew of three.

During the approach to the destination, the flight crew encountered significant wind conditions. As the aircraft touched down on runway 04, the nose landing gear failed and collapsed. This structural failure caused the aircraft to skid for several dozen meters along the runway. Following the skid, the aircraft caught fire.

Findings

All three crew members successfully evacuated the aircraft and were reported to have sustained no injuries. However, the aircraft suffered extensive damage, particularly within the cockpit area due to the intensity of the fire, and was subsequently declared a total loss.

Probable cause

The collapse of the nose landing gear upon touchdown led to a runway excursion and subsequent fire.

Frequently asked questions

What happened in the 2015-03-05 Let L-410 accident near Ancona, Italy?

A twin-engine cargo flight operating from Sarajevo experienced a nose gear failure upon touchdown at Ancona-Falconara Airport, resulting in a post-crash fire.

Were there any fatalities in the 2015-03-05 Let L-410 accident?

No fatalities were recorded in this accident.

What aircraft was involved and where did it happen?

The accident on 2015-03-05 involved a Let L-410, registration E7-WDT, operated by Icar Air, at Ancona, Italy.

What was the probable cause of the accident?

The collapse of the nose landing gear upon touchdown led to a runway excursion and subsequent fire.

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