Canadair CL-44 crash, Nov 4, 1980, Akrotiri
Canadair CL-44 accident on November 4, 1980 near Akrotiri, Limassol, Cyprus with no fatalities. Cause: Left main landing gear did not extend.
- Date: November 4, 1980
- Aircraft: Canadair CL-44
- Location: Akrotiri, Limassol, Cyprus
- Fatalities: 0
- Phase of flight: Approach and landing
- Cause: Left main landing gear did not extend
A Cyprus Airways Canadair CL-44 cargo flight (CY205) from Dubai to Larnaca reported a failed left main landing gear that remained stuck in the wheel well. The crew was diverted to RAF Akrotiri, where the runway was foamed, and made a belly landing. The airplane slid a few hundred meters before stopping. All three crew escaped uninjured and the aircraft was damaged beyond repair.