Belly landing of four-engine aircraft at Yogyakarta-Adisutjipto Airport

No fatalities • Yogyakarta, Indonesia • Landing (descent or approach)

A four-engine aircraft performed an emergency belly landing at Yogyakarta-Adisutjipto Airport, resulting in no injuries but significant damage to the airframe.

What happened

On an unspecified date, a four-engine aircraft arrived at Yogyakarta-Adisutjipto Airport following an emergency descent. During the approach or landing phase, the aircraft was unable to maintain its landing gear in the extended position, resulting in a belly landing on the runway.

Despite the impact of the landing, all 49 occupants on board were able to evacuate the aircraft without sustaining any injuries. The incident concluded with no reported fatalities or medical emergencies among the passengers or crew.

Findings

The aircraft sustained extensive structural damage during the event and was subsequently declared a total loss, as it was deemed beyond repair. At this time, the specific reason for the landing gear failure remains unknown.

Probable cause

The cause of the landing gear failure is currently undetermined.

Frequently asked questions

What happened in the 1985-01-13 Vickers Viscount accident near Yogyakarta, Indonesia?

A four-engine aircraft performed an emergency belly landing at Yogyakarta-Adisutjipto Airport, resulting in no injuries but significant damage to the airframe.

Were there any fatalities in the 1985-01-13 Vickers Viscount accident?

No fatalities were recorded in this accident.

What aircraft was involved and where did it happen?

The accident on 1985-01-13 involved a Vickers Viscount, registration PK-RVT, operated by Mandala Airlines, at Yogyakarta, Indonesia.

What was the probable cause of the accident?

The cause of the landing gear failure is currently undetermined.

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