On October 25, 1983, a Cessna 172RG (registration N5092U) was involved in an aviation accident near Monticello, AR. This summary draws on records from the U.S. National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB) historical archive.
A pilot detected smoke in the cabin during flight, performed a precautionary landing in Monticello, Arkansas, and the right main landing gear collapsed after touchdown. Investigation traced the smoke to engine oil leaking onto a hot exhaust stack.
Incident Overview
During flight, the pilot detected smoke in the cabin. Suspecting an electrical malfunction as the source, the pilot secured the electrical master switch and relied on battery power. A precautionary landing was initiated at Monticello, Arkansas. Shortly after touchdown during the landing roll, the right main landing gear collapsed.
Investigation Findings
Post-incident examination revealed that the engine and electrical systems operated normally. The smoke was determined to originate from engine oil that had leaked onto a hot exhaust stack. No further factors contributing to the landing gear collapse were identified in the investigation.
What happened in the 25 Oct 1983 Cessna 172RG accident near Monticello, AR?
A pilot detected smoke in the cabin during flight, performed a precautionary landing in Monticello, Arkansas, and the right main landing gear collapsed after touchdown. Investigation traced the smoke to engine oil leaking onto a hot exhaust stack.
What aircraft was involved and where did it happen?
The accident on 25 Oct 1983 involved a Cessna 172RG, registration N5092U, at Monticello, AR.
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