At 15:15 EST, a Beech BE-55B landed with the wheels up and burst into flames at Tara Field. The two FAA inspectors aboard were not injured, but the airplane was destroyed. The training flight departed Hampton at 13:15 and was returning to the field. The pilot reported that the before-landing check was completed in accordance with the before-landing checklist. No mechanical problems with the airplane were reported by the pilot.
Nov. 18, Hampton, Ga. / Beech BE-55B Baron
At 15:15 EST, a Beech BE-55B landed with the wheels up and burst into flames at Tara Field. The two FAA inspectors aboard were not injured, but the airplane was destroyed. The training flight departed Hampton at 13:15 and was returning to the field. The pilot reported that the before-landing check was completed in accordance with the before-landing checklist. No mechanical problems with the airplane were reported by the pilot....
Key Takeaways:
- A Beech BE-55B performed a wheels-up landing at Tara Field, resulting in the aircraft being destroyed by fire.
- Two FAA inspectors aboard the training flight were uninjured despite the plane bursting into flames.
- The pilot reported completing the before-landing checklist and stated there were no mechanical problems with the aircraft.
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