What happened
During the landing phase at Kavak Airstrip, an aircraft experienced a structural failure upon contact with the dirt runway 06/24. Immediately following touchdown, the right main landing gear collapsed. This mechanical failure caused the aircraft to lose directional control, leading it to veer toward the right side of the runway. The movement continued until the aircraft eventually came to a stop off the paved surface.
There were 17 occupants on board during the incident. All individuals managed to evacuate the aircraft without sustaining any injuries. While the passengers and crew remained safe, the aircraft sustained damage that rendered it a total loss.
Findings
Investigations into the incident highlighted the state of the landing surface as a significant factor. The poor runway conditions at the time of the accident likely contributed to the instability of the aircraft following the initial touchdown.