Summary
The pilot reported that when cruising at FL140 he noticed that the indicated airspeed was only 190 knots (normally 200 knots) and then noticed the nose down gear light was on. Attempts to rectify the problem were unsuccessful. The pilot contacted the company's chief engineer who advised him to return.
The nosewheel collapsed on landing at Kalgoorlie.
The investigation found that the aircraft had been used extensively on rough and soft strips. The nose gear actuator link had failed.
Occurrence summary
| Investigation number | 199501372 |
|---|---|
| Occurrence date | 08/05/1995 |
| Location | Kalgoorlie |
| State | Western Australia |
| Report release date | 17/05/1995 |
| Report status | Final |
| Investigation type | Occurrence Investigation |
| Investigation status | Completed |
| Mode of transport | Aviation |
| Occurrence class | Accident |
Aircraft details
| Manufacturer | Cessna Aircraft Company |
|---|---|
| Model | 425/A1 |
| Registration | VH-EGQ |
| Sector | Turboprop |
| Operation type | Flying Training |
| Departure point | Kalgoorlie WA |
| Destination | Jindalee Receiver WA |
| Damage | Substantial |