Summary
The pilot reported that prior to touchdown all gear down indications were normal. Shortly after touchdown the right gear collapsed and the aircraft came to rest on the right wing tip, 6 metres from the edge of the runway. A subsequent inspection found that the right gear collapsed because it failed to lock overcentre. This was probably caused by the inadequate lubrication of the landing gear system.
Occurrence summary
| Investigation number | 198400009 |
|---|---|
| Occurrence date | 03/03/1984 |
| Location | Redcliffe |
| Report release date | 30/12/1985 |
| Report status | Final |
| Investigation type | Occurrence Investigation |
| Investigation status | Completed |
| Mode of transport | Aviation |
| Aviation occurrence category | Wheels up landing |
| Occurrence class | Accident |
| Highest injury level | None |
Aircraft details
| Manufacturer | Mooney Aircraft Corp |
|---|---|
| Model | M20 |
| Registration | VH-ERS |
| Operation type | Private |
| Departure point | Redcliffe QLD |
| Destination | Redcliffe QLD |
| Damage | Substantial |