Undetermined cause of nose gear collapse in 1991

No fatalities • Moscow-Bykovo, Russia • Landing (descent or approach)

A three-engine aircraft experienced a heavy landing in 1991 that resulted in the collapse of the nose landing gear.

What happened

During an unspecified period in 1991, a three-engine aircraft was involved in a landing accident. While the exact date of the occurrence is not recorded, the aircraft reportedly made a heavy impact with the runway surface. This forceful landing caused the nose gear to collapse.

As a result of the structural failure during the landing phase, the aircraft sustained significant damage. The impact was severe enough that the airframe was declared a total loss, being damaged beyond repair.

Findings

There were no fatalities or injuries reported in connection with this incident. The specific reasons for the hard landing remain unidentified, as the cause of the impact was not determined at the time of the event.

Probable cause

The cause of the heavy landing that led to the nose gear collapse remains unknown.

Frequently asked questions

What happened in the 1991-12-31 Yakovlev Yak-40 accident near Moscow-Bykovo, Russia?

A three-engine aircraft experienced a heavy landing in 1991 that resulted in the collapse of the nose landing gear.

Were there any fatalities in the 1991-12-31 Yakovlev Yak-40 accident?

No fatalities were recorded in this accident.

What aircraft was involved and where did it happen?

The accident on 1991-12-31 involved a Yakovlev Yak-40, registration CCCP-87553, operated by Aeroflot - Russian International Airlines, at Moscow-Bykovo, Russia.

What was the probable cause of the accident?

The cause of the heavy landing that led to the nose gear collapse remains unknown.

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