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March 6, 2011 · Cessna 210 · N9400T

Pahrump, NV

Overview

Report Status
Final with probable cause
Event Type
Accident
Date
March 6, 2011
Injury Outcomes
No injuries (1 uninjured)
Location
Pahrump, NV
Aircraft
Cessna 210
Tail Number
N9400T
Injuries
None
Aircraft Damage
Substantial
NTSB Number
WPR11LA154

The pilot reported that during the landing sequence, he realized he did not extend the landing gear when he felt the fuselage of the airplane impact the runway and he elected to abort the landing. During the go-around process, the pilot extended the landing gear. Shortly after aborting the landing, the airplane’s climb rate diminished and engine began to lose power. The pilot initiated a forced landing to a nearby field. During the landing roll, the airplane nosed over, resulting in structural damage to both wings. Examination of the runway by a Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) inspector revealed numerous gouges on the runway surface consistent with a propeller strike. The pilot said there were no preimpact mechanical malfunctions or failures.

NTSB Probable Cause

The pilot's failure to extend the landing gear prior to touchdown and his improper decision to abort a gear-up landing following a propeller strike.

Full Narrative

On March 5, 2011, about 1700 Pacific standard time, a Cessna 210, N9400T, sustained substantial damage during a forced landing at the Calvada Meadows Airport (NV74), Pahrump, Nevada. The airplane was registered to and operated by the pilot under the provisions of Title 14 Code of Federal Regulations Part 91. The private pilot, the sole occupant of the airplane, was not injured. Visual meteorological conditions prevailed and no flight plan was filed for the personal flight. The cross-country flight originated from Jean, Nevada, about 1600 with an intended destination of NV74. In a written statement, the pilot reported that during landing on runway 15, he realized that he had not extended the landing gear after he “felt the belly hit [the runway]” and initiated a go-around. During the go-around, the pilot extended the landing gear. As the airplane ascended through about 150 to 200 feet above ground level, the airplane began to lose power and the pilot initiated a forced landing to an adjacent field. During the landing roll, with the landing gear in the down position, the airplane encountered soft uneven terrain and the airplane nosed over. Post accident examination of the airplane by a Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) inspector revealed that the vertical stabilizer was bent. The left and right wings were buckled about mid-span and the engine firewall was bent. The inspector reported that examination of the runway revealed numerous gouges within the runway surface that were consistent with a propeller strike. The pilot reported no preimpact mechanical malfunctions with the airplane.

Flight

Event TypeAccident
Event Time17:00 PST
Nearest AirportCalvada Meadows Airport (1nm)
Runway15
Runway Length4000 ft
Runway Width30 ft
Flight Plan FiledNone
Aircraft FireNo
Aircraft ExplosionNo

Aircraft

AircraftCessna 210
Tail NumberN9400T
Aircraft CategoryAir
DamageSubstantial
Operating RulePart 91
Engines1
Engine TypeReciprocating
Engine DetailsCont Motor · IO-470--E · Reciprocating · 260
Seats4

People & Injuries

Injury SummaryNo injuries (1 uninjured)
Fatal0
Serious0
Minor0
Uninjured1
Total1
Crew 1Age 57 · Second Class · None

Conditions

ConditionsVMC
LightDaylight
Wind240° @ 4 kt
Visibility10 sm
CeilingNone
Temperature / Dew Point63 F / 12 C
Altimeter30.05 inHg
Observation Time00:53
Weather SourceWFAC

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