No fatalities

Hard Landing at Semarang-Ahmad Yani Airport (PK-RVN)

Semarang-Ahmad Yani, IndonesiaLanding (descent or approach)

On May 1, 1981, a Vickers Viscount (registration PK-RVN) operated by Mandala Airlines was involved in an aviation accident near Semarang-Ahmad Yani, Indonesia during landing or approach. No fatalities were reported. This summary draws on records from the Bureau of Aircraft Accidents Archives (B3A); 8 related events involving the same aircraft type or operator are linked below.

Sourcesthe Bureau of Aircraft Accidents Archives (B3A)Source recordUpdated 2026-09-03Data APIEditorial standards

A four-engine aircraft suffered a hard landing at Semarang-Ahmad Yani Airport, tearing off its right main and nose gear. The plane veered off the runway, but all 44 occupants escaped uninjured.

Incident Overview and Damage Assessment A four-engine aircraft experienced a hard landing at Semarang-Ahmad Yani Airport for unknown reasons. During the initial touchdown, the aircraft's right main landing gear and nose gear were torn off. The loss of these structural components resulted in the aircraft becoming out of control. The plane subsequently veered off the runway to the right and eventually came to a complete stop. The incident caused the aircraft to be damaged beyond repair. ## Passenger and Crew Safety Despite the severe structural damage to the airframe and landing gear, all 44 occupants on board the aircraft escaped the incident uninjured. The source does not specify the exact aircraft type, registration, operator, or the specific date of the event.

Frequently asked questions

What happened in the 1 May 1981 Vickers Viscount accident near Semarang-Ahmad Yani, Indonesia?

A four-engine aircraft suffered a hard landing at Semarang-Ahmad Yani Airport, tearing off its right main and nose gear. The plane veered off the runway, but all 44 occupants escaped uninjured.

Were there any fatalities in the 1 May 1981 Vickers Viscount accident?

No fatalities were recorded in this accident.

What aircraft was involved and where did it happen?

The accident on 1 May 1981 involved a Vickers Viscount, registration PK-RVN, operated by Mandala Airlines, at Semarang-Ahmad Yani, Indonesia.