Casualties unknown

1985-01-24: Beech BE-58 (N8555R) — Indianapolis, IN

Indianapolis, IN, US

On January 24, 1985, a Beech BE-58 (registration N8555R) was involved in an aviation accident near Indianapolis, IN. This summary draws on records from the U.S. National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB) historical archive; 8 related events involving the same aircraft type or operator are linked below.

Sourcesthe U.S. National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB) historical archivePrimary reportUpdated 1781061362Data APIEditorial standards

Pilot reported landing gear down and locked on final approach, but after touchdown, a gear unsafe warning illuminated. The aircraft contacted the runway with gear retracted; post-accident tests found no system discrepancies.

Incident Overview

A pilot stated that during final approach, the landing gear was lowered at an airspeed of 148 knots, and a gear down and locked indication was received. The aircraft then settled closer to the runway than usual during the landing flare. As the aircraft was nearing a complete stop, a gear unsafe warning light illuminated. The aircraft subsequently contacted the runway with the landing gear in the retracted position.

Post-Accident Examination

After the incident, an examination of the landing gear system was conducted. The examination failed to disclose any discrepancies in the landing gear system. Extension and retraction tests showed that the gear operated normally. Additionally, the gear doors were not damaged during the event.

Aircraft Details

The specific aircraft type, registration, operator, and location were not provided in the source. No information regarding occupants, injuries, or damage was included.

Investigation report by the U.S. National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB) historical archive. Original record: https://carol.ntsb.gov/event/20001214X35488. This page is a structured re-presentation; facts and quotes are in the National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB), United States.