NTSB Reports

Upon raising the landing gear after takeoff, the gear motor continued to operate longer than normal, and the pilot heard an abnormal sound toward the end of the sequence. The right main gear was hanging at about a 45-degree angle, and the left main gear was not visible. The pilot completed the appropriate checklists, without change. The pilot declared an emergency and ATC confirmed during a fly-by that the main gear was not extended. During the landing, the nose gear remained extended and the two main gear were retracted. The airplane came to rest on the runway and the passengers egressed without further incident.

Key Takeaways:

• A significant number of accidents involved mechanical failures, particularly landing gear malfunctions (e.g., forgotten extension, partial extension, collapse) and engine power losses, frequently leading to forced landings.
• Other contributing factors included mid-air collisions, pilot medical incapacitation, loss of control during maneuvering, and spatial disorientation or improper planning in adverse weather.
• Many of the reported incidents resulted in substantial aircraft damage, and tragically, several accidents led to serious injuries or fatalities among pilots and passengers.

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