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May 19, 2022 · Bellanca Cruisemaster · N7655B
Gainesville, TX
Overview
Report Status
Probable Cause
Event Type
Accident
Date
May 19, 2022
Injury Outcomes
No injuries (1 uninjured)
Location
Gainesville, TX
Aircraft
Bellanca Cruisemaster (1957)
Tail Number
N7655B
Injuries
None
Aircraft Damage
Destroyed
NTSB Number
CEN22LA207
The pilot reported that while on final approach for runway 18 the airplane bounced around in gusty wind conditions. The pilot was focused on the wind gusts, and he forgot to put the landing gear down. The airplane touched down on the lower fuselage and slid to a stop. The pilot observed smoke emitting from the engine after the landing. The airplane was consumed by a post-crash fire.
NTSB Probable Cause
The pilot’s failure to extend the landing gear before landing due to his distraction with the wind gusts.
Full Narrative
The pilot reported that while on final approach for runway 18 the airplane bounced around in gusty wind conditions. The pilot was focused on the wind gusts, and he forgot to put the landing gear down. The airplane touched down on the lower fuselage and slid to a stop. The pilot observed smoke emitting from the engine after the landing. The airplane was consumed by a post-crash fire.
Flight
Event TypeAccident
Event Time16:15 CDT
Nearest AirportGainesville Municipal (0nm N)
Runway18
Runway Length6000 ft
Runway Width100 ft
Flight Plan FiledNone
Flight Plan ActivatedNo
Aircraft FireNo
Aircraft ExplosionNo
Aircraft
AircraftBellanca Cruisemaster
Tail NumberN7655B
Aircraft CategoryAir
DamageDestroyed
Operating RulePart 91
Engines1
Engine TypeReciprocating
Engine DetailsContinental · O-470-K · Reciprocating · 230
Seats4
People & Injuries
Injury SummaryNo injuries (1 uninjured)
Fatal0
Serious0
Minor0
Uninjured1
Total1
Crew 1Age 65 · Basc · None
Conditions
ConditionsVMC
LightDaylight
Wind170° @ 17 kt, gusting 22 kt
Visibility10 sm
CeilingNone
Temperature / Dew Point64 F
Altimeter29.59 inHg
Observation Time16:35
Weather SourceWFAC