At about 2140 Alaska time, the airplane was substantially damaged during landing. The commercial pilot and the sole passenger were not injured. Visual conditions prevailed; an IFR flight plan was in effect for the flight, which originated in Russia. The pilot later stated he inadvertently landed the airplane with the landing gear retracted but aborted the landing. He lowered the landing gear and landed the airplane uneventfully. Upon inspection, the centerline wing spar had cracked.
June 1, 2011, Nome, Alaska, Eclipse EA500
At about 2140 Alaska time, the airplane was substantially damaged during landing. The commercial pilot and the sole passenger were not injured. Visual conditions prevailed; an IFR flight plan was in effect for the flight, which originated in Russia.
Key Takeaways:
- An airplane sustained substantial damage during landing in Alaska after the pilot inadvertently attempted to land with the landing gear retracted.
- The pilot aborted the initial landing, extended the gear, and then landed the aircraft uneventfully, with no injuries to the pilot or sole passenger.
- Post-flight inspection revealed a cracked centerline wing spar, confirming the damage from the initial retracted-gear contact.
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