Introduction
A cargo aircraft conducting a routine night flight from Palma de Mallorca experienced an accident during its arrival at Madrid-Barajas Airport. The aircraft ended up resting on its belly after the landing gear was not deployed.
Flight Details
The flight was uneventful until the approach phase. The crew had begun a night approach to the airport. No issues were reported prior to the final descent.
Accident Sequence
During the final approach, the crew neglected to extend the landing gear. As a result, the aircraft touched down on its fuselage, sliding for several dozen meters before coming to a stop. An alarm designed to alert the crew about the undercarriage position activated in the cockpit, but neither the pilot nor the copilot perceived it, and no corrective action was taken.
Aftermath
Both pilots evacuated the aircraft unharmed. The aircraft itself sustained extensive damage and was deemed beyond economical repair.
Probable Cause
The official findings indicate that the crew failed to follow the approach checklist and did not lower the landing gear. The undercarriage alarm sounded but was not heard by either pilot, and the crew was apparently distracted by heavy traffic during the approach.