Nose gear collapse during landing at Wau Airport

No fatalities • Wau, South Sudan • Landing (descent or approach)

A United Nations humanitarian flight experienced a nose gear failure upon landing at Wau Airport, resulting in a runway excursion and subsequent fire.

What happened

During a humanitarian mission conducted for the United Nations Organisation (UNO), an aircraft experienced a mechanical failure while arriving at Wau Airport. As the aircraft touched down, the nose landing gear collapsed, causing the plane to lose structural stability on the runway.

Following the gear failure, the aircraft slid along the runway surface for several dozen meters. The friction and impact of the incident led to the aircraft catching fire. The crew managed to evacuate the aircraft before the flames spread, but the fire resulted in the partial destruction of the airframe.

Findings

  • The incident was triggered by the collapse of the nose landing gear during the landing phase.
  • There were zero fatalities as both pilots successfully exited the wreckage.
  • The aircraft sustained significant damage due to the post-landing fire.

Probable cause

The collapse of the nose landing gear during the landing sequence.

Frequently asked questions

What happened in the 2013-02-28 Let L-410 accident near Wau, South Sudan?

A United Nations humanitarian flight experienced a nose gear failure upon landing at Wau Airport, resulting in a runway excursion and subsequent fire.

Were there any fatalities in the 2013-02-28 Let L-410 accident?

No fatalities were recorded in this accident.

What aircraft was involved and where did it happen?

The accident on 2013-02-28 involved a Let L-410, registration LZ-CCJ, operated by Heli Air Services, at Wau, South Sudan.

What was the probable cause of the accident?

The collapse of the nose landing gear during the landing sequence.

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