No fatalities

1973-08-21: Sud-Aviation SE-210 Caravelle (YV-C-AVI) — AVENSA - Aerovias Venezolanas — Barquisimeto, Venezuela

Barquisimeto, VenezuelaLanding (descent or approach)

On August 21, 1973, a Sud-Aviation SE-210 Caravelle (registration YV-C-AVI) operated by AVENSA - Aerovias Venezolanas was involved in an aviation accident near Barquisimeto, Venezuela during landing or approach. No fatalities were reported. Investigators recorded the probable cause as: The partial collapse of the right main landing gear during the landing phase caused structural damage to the wing. This summary draws on records from the Bureau of Aircraft Accidents Archives (B3A); 8 related events involving the same aircraft type or operator are linked below.

Sourcesthe Bureau of Aircraft Accidents Archives (B3A)Primary reportUpdated 1781232379Data APIEditorial standards

A landing gear failure resulted in significant damage to an aircraft upon touchdown, though no injuries were reported.

What happened

During the landing phase of the flight, the right main landing gear experienced a partial collapse. This mechanical failure caused the gear to penetrate the structure of the right wing as the aircraft reached the ground. Following the impact, the aircraft came to a complete stop on the runway.

As a result of the structural damage sustained during the incident, the aircraft was declared a total loss and determined to be beyond economical repair. There were no fatalities or injuries recorded among the occupants following the event.

Findings

  • The primary factor in the accident was the partial collapse of the right main landing gear upon touchdown.

Probable cause

The partial collapse of the right main landing gear during the landing phase caused structural damage to the wing.