Incident Description
On final approach to Osaka-Itami Airport, the pilot-in-command made a last turn to the left at an altitude of 1,000 feet to line up with runway 32. Subsequently, a steep descent was initiated. Passing over the runway threshold, the four-engine airplane lost height and landed hard.
Damage and Injuries
Upon impact, the right main landing gear was sheared off. The airplane slid for several yards before coming to rest. Nine occupants sustained injuries, and the airplane was damaged beyond repair.
Probable Cause
The official investigation determined the probable cause to be a wrong approach configuration on the part of the pilot-in-command, who adopted a too high descent rate during the last segment and an improper flare.