Aircraft accident at Kwamalasamutu Airstrip

No fatalities • Kwamalasamutu, Suriname • Landing (descent or approach)

A twin-engine aircraft sustained heavy damage after losing control during its landing sequence at the Kwamalasamutu Airstrip.

What happened

During the landing phase at the Kwamalasamutu Airstrip, a twin engine aircraft experienced a loss of control. As the aircraft approached the runway, it veered off course, resulting in the separation of the undercarriage. The impact caused the plane to come to a complete stop at the site of the accident.

Following the incident, the occupants of the aircraft were assessed for injuries. The accident resulted in one serious injury sustained by the captain, while three passengers suffered minor injuries. The remaining four individuals on board were able to exit the wreckage without any harm.

Findings

The aircraft sustained damage that rendered it a total loss, as it was deemed beyond repair. The primary factor in the accident was the loss of control during landing, which led to the structural failure of the landing gear.

Probable cause

The aircraft lost control during the landing phase, leading to the collapse of the undercarriage.

Frequently asked questions

What happened in the 2009-10-15 PZL-Mielec AN-28 accident near Kwamalasamutu, Suriname?

A twin-engine aircraft sustained heavy damage after losing control during its landing sequence at the Kwamalasamutu Airstrip.

Were there any fatalities in the 2009-10-15 PZL-Mielec AN-28 accident?

No fatalities were recorded in this accident.

What aircraft was involved and where did it happen?

The accident on 2009-10-15 involved a PZL-Mielec AN-28, registration PZ-TST, operated by Blue Wing Airlines, at Kwamalasamutu, Suriname.

What was the probable cause of the accident?

The aircraft lost control during the landing phase, leading to the collapse of the undercarriage.

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