Belly landing of twin-engine aircraft at Vienna-Schwechat Airport

No fatalities • Vienna-Schwechat, Austria • Landing (descent or approach)

A twin-engine aircraft performed an emergency belly landing at Vienna-Schwechat Airport, resulting in no injuries but significant damage to the airframe.

What happened

On an unspecified date, a twin-engine aircraft arrived at Vienna-Schwechat Airport following an emergency procedure. During the approach or landing phase, the aircraft was unable to maintain gear extension or suffered a mechanical failure that necessitated a belly landing on the runway.

Despite the impact of the landing, all 11 occupants on board were able to evacuate the aircraft without sustaining any injuries. The incident concluded with no reported fatalities among the crew or passengers.

Findings

The aircraft sustained damage during the touchdown that rendered it a total loss, as it was deemed damaged beyond repair following the event. At this time, the specific mechanical or operational reason for the landing gear failure remains undetermined.

Probable cause

The cause of the landing gear failure or the decision to perform a belly landing is currently unknown.

Frequently asked questions

What happened in the 1984-09-17 Swearingen SA226 Metro II accident near Vienna-Schwechat, Austria?

A twin-engine aircraft performed an emergency belly landing at Vienna-Schwechat Airport, resulting in no injuries but significant damage to the airframe.

Were there any fatalities in the 1984-09-17 Swearingen SA226 Metro II accident?

No fatalities were recorded in this accident.

What aircraft was involved and where did it happen?

The accident on 1984-09-17 involved a Swearingen SA226 Metro II, registration OE-LSA, operated by Austrian Air Services - Österreichischer Inlandflugdienst, at Vienna-Schwechat, Austria.

What was the probable cause of the accident?

The cause of the landing gear failure or the decision to perform a belly landing is currently unknown.

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