The aircraft suffered a right main landing gear collapse upon landing at 0930 Pacific time. The commercial pilot and five passengers were not injured; the airplane sustained substantial damage. Visual conditions prevailed. The pilot noted a landing gear malfunction upon departure and decided to return to the airport. He extended the gear but did not receive a down-and-locked indication. During the landing roll, the right main landing gear collapsed, resulting in substantial damage to the right elevator.
February 18, 2010, Aurora, Ore., Cessna 210L Centurion
The aircraft suffered a right main landing gear collapse upon landing at 0930 Pacific time. The commercial pilot and five passengers were not injured; the airplane sustained substantial damage.
Key Takeaways:
- An aircraft sustained substantial damage due to a right main landing gear collapse upon landing.
- The commercial pilot and five passengers aboard were uninjured in the incident.
- The collapse occurred after the pilot noted a landing gear malfunction upon departure and, despite attempting to return and extend the gear, did not receive a down-and-locked indication.
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