Event Summary
During a proficiency flight check, the aircrew was conducting a no-flap landing. After completing the landing checklist down to the landing gear, power was reduced, causing the landing gear audible warning to sound. The horn silence switch was depressed, and the approach was continued. Due to the low power required for the no-flap approach, the throttle was never advanced sufficiently to reset the warning horn. Subsequently, the aircraft was landed with the gear retracted.
Aftermath
After sliding to a stop, a small electrical fire erupted in the belly of the aircraft. Airport personnel quickly extinguished the fire.
Pilot Statements
The pilot being checked stated that he was distracted by a conversation concerning engine fire procedures. He also thought the check pilot had called that the landing check was complete. The check pilot stated that he had called only the no-flap checklist complete, with the before landing checklist complete down to the landing gear.
Context
The proficiency flight was begun on short notice when another check pilot could not be found.