What happened
During a mission intended to transport troops between RAF Lyneham and Brize Norton, a four-engine aircraft performed a landing at Brize Norton Airport. The arrival was characterized by a wheels-up configuration. Upon contact with the runway, the aircraft slid for several dozen meters before the movement ceased.
There were no injuries reported among the four crew members involved in the flight, all of whom were able to evacuate the aircraft safely. However, the impact and subsequent slide resulted in the aircraft being damaged beyond repair.
Findings
- The landing was executed without the landing gear being extended.
- The aircraft slid along the runway surface for a short distance before coming to a complete stop.