Wheels up landing involving a Beech Aircraft Corp 58, VH-EZN, Bowen, Queensland, on 26 August 1994

199402373

Summary

On entering the circuit, the pilot attempted to cancel his sarwatch but could not contact flight service on the aircraft's VHF radio. He attempted to relay the request through another aircraft, but this was also unsuccessful. The pilot then transferred to HF radio and was able to cancel sarwatch. During this period, the pilot was also communicating with other circuit traffic. These distractions led to him forgetting to extend the landing gear and the aircraft landed wheels-up.

Occurrence summary

Investigation number 199402373
Occurrence date 26/08/1994
Location Bowen
State Queensland
Report release date 07/03/1996
Report status Final
Investigation type Occurrence Investigation
Investigation status Completed
Mode of transport Aviation
Aviation occurrence category Wheels up landing
Occurrence class Accident

Aircraft details

Manufacturer Beech Aircraft Corp
Model 58
Registration VH-EZN
Sector Piston
Operation type Charter
Departure point Townsville
Destination Bowen
Damage Substantial