Aircraft destruction during emergency landing at Ontario

No fatalities • Ontario, United States of America • Flight

A flight performing an acceptance check at Ontario resulted in the loss of the aircraft following a mechanical failure during takeoff.

What happened

During an acceptance check flight departing from Ontario, a VX-6 experienced a significant mechanical malfunction. Shortly after takeoff, it was determined that a landing gear ski had become jammed. This failure necessitated an immediate emergency descent to return to the airfield.

While the crew attempted to perform an emergency landing just minutes after the initial departure, the aircraft sustained critical damage. The impact resulted in the destruction of the aircraft.

Findings

There were zero fatalities and no injuries reported following the incident.
The primary factor leading to the crash was a jammed landing gear ski.

Probable cause

A malfunction involving a jammed landing gear ski during the takeoff phase led to an unsuccessful emergency landing.

Frequently asked questions

What happened in the 1958-08-11 Lockheed P-2 Neptune accident near Ontario, United States of America?

A flight performing an acceptance check at Ontario resulted in the loss of the aircraft following a mechanical failure during takeoff.

Were there any fatalities in the 1958-08-11 Lockheed P-2 Neptune accident?

No fatalities were recorded in this accident.

What aircraft was involved and where did it happen?

The accident on 1958-08-11 involved a Lockheed P-2 Neptune, registration 140434, operated by United States Navy - USN, at Ontario, United States of America.

What was the probable cause of the accident?