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October 11, 2014 · Beech 35-B33 · N718CD
Effingham, IL
Overview
Report Status
Final with probable cause
Event Type
Accident
Date
October 11, 2014
Injury Outcomes
No injuries (2 uninjured)
Location
Effingham, IL
Aircraft
Beech 35-B33 (1963)
Tail Number
N718CD
Operator
Bussing Robert C
Injuries
None
Aircraft Damage
Substantial
NTSB Number
CEN15CA011
The pilot reported that 30 minutes after departure at 6,000 feet mean sea level, the airplane's door opened in flight. He stated that the temperature dropped, papers went flying about the cabin, and the noise was 'overwhelming.' The passenger tried to hold the door shut, but could not secured it. The pilot diverted to a nearby airport for landing. The pilot stated that he "simply forgot to put the gear down." The airplane touched down and skidded on its belly resulting in substantial damage to the airplane's stringers, formers, and main spar carry through. The pilot reported that there was no malfunction or system failure of the airplane before the accident.
NTSB Probable Cause
Aircraft-Aircraft systems-Landing gear system-Gear extension and retract sys-Not used/operated - C
Full Narrative
The pilot reported that 30 minutes after departure at 6,000 feet mean sea level, the airplane's door opened in flight. He stated that the temperature dropped, papers went flying about the cabin, and the noise was 'overwhelming.' The passenger tried to hold the door shut, but could not secured it. The pilot diverted to a nearby airport for landing. The pilot stated that he "simply forgot to put the gear down." The airplane touched down and skidded on its belly resulting in substantial damage to the airplane's stringers, formers, and main spar carry through. The pilot reported that there was no malfunction or system failure of the airplane before the accident.
Flight
Event TypeAccident
Event Time17:44 CDT
Nearest AirportEffingham County Memorial (0nm N)
Runway01
Runway Length3400 ft
Runway Width60 ft
Flight Plan FiledIFR
Flight Plan ActivatedYes
Aircraft FireNo
Aircraft ExplosionNo
Aircraft
AircraftBeech 35-B33
Tail NumberN718CD
Aircraft CategoryAir
DamageSubstantial
OperatorBussing Robert C
Operating RulePart 91
Engines1
Engine TypeReciprocating
Engine DetailsCont Motor · I0-470 SERIES · Reciprocating · 0
People & Injuries
Injury SummaryNo injuries (2 uninjured)
Fatal0
Serious0
Minor0
Uninjured2
Total2
Crew 1Age 63 · Third Class · None
Conditions
ConditionsVMC
LightDaylight
Wind70° @ 4 kt
Visibility10 sm
CeilingNone
Temperature / Dew Point57 / 43 C
Altimeter30.14 inHg
Observation Time22:52
Weather SourceWFAC