Summary
The pilot reported that before landing he had obtained the appropriate cockpit indications that the landing gear was locked down. However, the nose gear collapsed during the landing roll. The main landing gear also collapsed after the aircraft had been inspected and was being moved. Subsequent examination and testing of the landing gear system failed to identify any fault.
Occurrence summary
| Investigation number | 199802837 |
|---|---|
| Occurrence date | 24/07/1998 |
| Location | Horn Island Aerodrome |
| State | Queensland |
| Report release date | 07/09/1998 |
| Report status | Final |
| Investigation type | Occurrence Investigation |
| Investigation status | Completed |
| Mode of transport | Aviation |
| Occurrence class | Accident |
Aircraft details
| Manufacturer | Piper Aircraft Corp |
|---|---|
| Model | PA-23-250 |
| Registration | VH-PFD |
| Sector | Piston |
| Departure point | Kubin Qld |
| Destination | Horn Island Qld |
| Damage | Substantial |