Incident Overview
A commercial flight operating from San Francisco to Santa Fe with intermediate stops in San Diego and Phoenix ended in a belly landing at Phoenix Sky Harbor Airport. The aircraft touched down on its belly, slid for several dozen yards, and came to rest in flames. All seven occupants escaped uninjured, but the aircraft was destroyed in the ensuing fire.
Flight Details
The flight originated in San Francisco, with planned stops in San Diego and Phoenix before continuing to Santa Fe. The incident occurred during the landing phase at Phoenix Sky Harbor.
Accident Sequence
Upon landing, the aircraft's landing gear was not extended. The belly made contact with the runway, causing the aircraft to slide and subsequently catch fire. Emergency services responded, but the aircraft was consumed by the flames.
Probable Cause
The official investigation determined the probable cause: on approach, the crew failed to use the checklist and forgot to extend the landing gear.