On January 9, 1985, a Rockwell SABRELINER/NA265-40 (registration N1863T) was involved in an aviation accident near Glen Burnie, MD. This summary draws on records from the U.S. National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB) historical archive.
During short final approach, an aircraft was observed to nose down into the displaced threshold of runway 33L. The landing gear collapsed on touchdown, causing the aircraft to bounce before settling back on the runway.
Incident Overview
While on short final approach, the aircraft was observed to pitch nose-down into the displaced threshold of runway 33L. The pilot-in-command attempted to pull back on the yoke, but the landing gear collapsed upon touchdown. The aircraft then bounced back into the air before settling back down on the runway.
Pilot Statement
The copilot stated that during the approach, he sensed the aircraft was becoming slow. He reached to add power with his left hand. The copilot was sitting in the left seat for the first time. Although he had over 2,400 total flight hours, all but two of those hours were in aircraft that had the throttle control on the left side.
Frequently asked questions
What happened in the 9 Jan 1985 Rockwell SABRELINER/NA265-40 accident near Glen Burnie, MD?
During short final approach, an aircraft was observed to nose down into the displaced threshold of runway 33L. The landing gear collapsed on touchdown, causing the aircraft to bounce before settling back on the runway.
What aircraft was involved and where did it happen?
The accident on 9 Jan 1985 involved a Rockwell SABRELINER/NA265-40, registration N1863T, at Glen Burnie, MD.
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