On April 8, 1983, a Cessna 320D (registration N888Q) was involved in an aviation accident near Carlisle, AR. This summary draws on records from the U.S. National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB) historical archive.
During a multi-engine training flight, a CFI simulated an engine failure. The pilot inadvertently moved the landing gear selector to neutral instead of down, and did not check the indicator lights. The gear warning horn sounded throughout the approach, and the propellers struck the runway during the flare.
Accident Overview
A private pilot was receiving multi-engine training from a certified flight instructor (CFI) when the accident occurred. The CFI pulled back the right throttle to simulate an engine-out situation, and the aircraft continued around the traffic pattern.
Sequence of Events
During the approach, the pilot intended to extend the landing gear. However, he believed that he moved the gear selector from the up position to neutral rather than to the down position. He did not consult the landing gear position indicator lights to confirm the gear status. The gear warning horn was sounding continuously throughout the approach. As the pilot began the landing flare, the propellers struck the runway surface. The CFI then moved the gear handle to the down position.
Aircraft and Training
The aircraft was being used for multi-engine training under the supervision of a CFI. The specific aircraft type, registration, and other details are not specified in the source. No injuries or damage beyond the propeller strike are described.