Casualties unknown

1986-12-11: Cessna T303 (N9894T) — Benton Harbor, MI

Benton Harbor, MI, US

On December 11, 1986, a Cessna T303 (registration N9894T) was involved in an aviation accident near Benton Harbor, MI. This summary draws on records from the U.S. National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB) historical archive.

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During a flight to Benton Harbor for repair of a right engine throttle issue, the pilot initiated a go-around after a gear-down indication failed. The right engine did not respond to power addition, causing a right roll and wing tip strike. The nose gear collapsed on landing.

Flight Details

The pilot was flying to Benton Harbor to have work performed on a continuing problem with the right engine throttle. The flight proceeded to the destination, where the pilot prepared for landing.

Approach and Go-Around

On final approach, the pilot did not receive a gear-down indication. Attempting to resolve the issue, the pilot cycled the landing gear. Still unsure whether the gear was extended, the pilot decided to execute a go-around.

Engine Response and Impact

When power was added for the go-around, the right engine did not respond, and the aircraft rolled to the right. The right wing tip struck the runway surface. During the subsequent touchdown, the nose gear collapsed and separated from the aircraft.

Investigation report by the U.S. National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB) historical archive. Original record: https://carol.ntsb.gov/event/20001213X35328. This page is a structured re-presentation; facts and quotes are in the National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB), United States.