Right main gear collapse during takeoff roll

No fatalities • Chicago-Midway, United States of America • Takeoff (climb)

An aircraft experienced a landing gear failure during its takeoff roll, resulting in a runway excursion and significant damage to the airframe.

What happened

While performing the takeoff roll, the aircraft's right main landing gear suffered a structural collapse. This mechanical failure caused the plane to veer across the runway surface before eventually coming to a halt.

Despite the intensity of the excursion, all 60 occupants on board were able to exit the aircraft without injury. Following the incident, an assessment determined that the airframe sustained damage so extensive that it was classified as a total loss.

Findings

Investigations into the incident concluded that the primary factor in the runway excursion was the collapse of the right main gear during the initial phase of takeoff.

Probable cause

The failure of the right main landing gear during the takeoff roll led to the aircraft veering off the runway.

Frequently asked questions

What happened in the 1960-02-29 Lockheed L-1049 Super Constellation accident near Chicago-Midway, United States of America?

An aircraft experienced a landing gear failure during its takeoff roll, resulting in a runway excursion and significant damage to the airframe.

Were there any fatalities in the 1960-02-29 Lockheed L-1049 Super Constellation accident?

No fatalities were recorded in this accident.

What aircraft was involved and where did it happen?

The accident on 1960-02-29 involved a Lockheed L-1049 Super Constellation, registration N7101C, operated by Trans World Airlines - TWA, at Chicago-Midway, United States of America.

What was the probable cause of the accident?

The failure of the right main landing gear during the takeoff roll led to the aircraft veering off the runway.

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