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June 24, 2016 · Piper PA 24 180 · N5138P
Springfield, MO
Overview
Report Status
Final with probable cause
Event Type
Accident
Date
June 24, 2016
Injury Outcomes
No injuries (3 uninjured)
Location
Springfield, MO
Aircraft
Piper PA 24 180 (1958)
Tail Number
N5138P
Injuries
None
Aircraft Damage
Substantial
NTSB Number
GAA16CA350
The pilot reported that he performed his pre-landing checklist and that the landing gear selector switch was in the down position. The pilot noted that there was a sun glare on the instrument panel during the landing. However, the airplane landed with the gear in the up and locked position, which resulted in substantial damage to the fuselage. During the postaccident examination by the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA), the landing gear was cycled multiple times and no abnormalities were noted.
NTSB Probable Cause
The pilot's failure to ensure that the landing gear was in the down and locked position prior to touchdown.
Full Narrative
The pilot reported that he performed his pre-landing checklist and that the landing gear selector switch was in the down position. The pilot noted that there was a sun glare on the instrument panel during the landing. However, the airplane landed with the gear in the up and locked position, which resulted in substantial damage to the fuselage. During the postaccident examination by the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA), the landing gear was cycled multiple times and no abnormalities were noted.
Flight
Event TypeAccident
Event Time17:45 CDT
Nearest AirportSpringfield-Branson National (0nm SSE)
Runway14
Runway Length8000 ft
Runway Width150 ft
Flight Plan FiledIFR
Flight Plan ActivatedYes
Aircraft FireNo
Aircraft ExplosionNo
Aircraft
AircraftPiper PA 24 180
Tail NumberN5138P
Aircraft CategoryAir
DamageSubstantial
Operating RulePart 91
Engines1
Engine TypeReciprocating
Engine DetailsLycoming · O-360-A1A · Reciprocating · 180
Seats4
People & Injuries
Injury SummaryNo injuries (3 uninjured)
Fatal0
Serious0
Minor0
Uninjured3
Total3
Crew 1Age 42 · Third Class · None
Crew 2None
Crew 3None
Conditions
ConditionsVMC
LightDaylight
Wind130° @ 10 kt
Visibility10 sm
CeilingNone
Altimeter30.02 inHg
Observation Time22:52
Weather SourceWFAC