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Nose gear collapse during landing in 1988 (9Q-CTS)

Tshikapa, Democratic Republic of CongoLanding (descent or approach)

On December 31, 1988, a Vickers Viscount (registration 9Q-CTS) operated by Filair was involved in an aviation accident near Tshikapa, Democratic Republic of Congo during landing or approach. No fatalities were reported. Investigators recorded the probable cause as: The failure of the nose landing gear during the landing sequence caused the aircraft to slide along the runway. This summary draws on records from the Bureau of Aircraft Accidents Archives (B3A); 2 related events involving the same aircraft type or operator are linked below.

Sourcesthe Bureau of Aircraft Accidents Archives (B3A)Source recordUpdated 2026-06-13Data APIEditorial standards

An aircraft experienced a nose gear failure upon touchdown in 1988, resulting in a runway excursion with no injuries reported.

What happened

During the landing phase of the flight, the aircraft's nose landing gear failed. This structural collapse occurred as the plane was touching down on the runway. Following the failure, the aircraft continued to move forward, sliding for several dozen meters across the ground before the movement ceased.

While the specific day and month of the incident are not recorded, the event took place at some point during 1988. There were no fatalities or injuries reported among the occupants following the mishap.

Findings

  • The primary mechanical issue involved the collapse of the nose gear upon contact with the runway.
  • The aircraft remained intact but underwent a short excursion after the landing gear failed.

Probable cause

The failure of the nose landing gear during the landing sequence caused the aircraft to slide along the runway.

Related events

Same operator

Frequently asked questions

What happened in the 31 Dec 1988 Vickers Viscount accident near Tshikapa, Democratic Republic of Congo?

An aircraft experienced a nose gear failure upon touchdown in 1988, resulting in a runway excursion with no injuries reported.

Were there any fatalities in the 31 Dec 1988 Vickers Viscount accident?

No fatalities were recorded in this accident.

What aircraft was involved and where did it happen?

The accident on 31 Dec 1988 involved a Vickers Viscount, registration 9Q-CTS, operated by Filair, at Tshikapa, Democratic Republic of Congo.

What was the probable cause of the accident?

The failure of the nose landing gear during the landing sequence caused the aircraft to slide along the runway.

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