On January 10, 1987, a Swearingen SA227-AC (registration N165SW) operated by Sky West Airlines was involved in an aviation accident near Yuma, AZ. This summary draws on records from the U.S. National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB) historical archive.
After a normal landing, the left main landing gear retracted, causing the aircraft to veer left off the runway. Crew saw three green gear lights before touchdown; post-stop, left gear in-transit light was on and green light off.
Event Description
During a landing that was reported as normal, the left main landing gear retracted. The aircraft subsequently swerved off the left side of the runway and came to a stop in the dirt.
Crew Observations
Crewmembers stated that prior to touchdown, all three landing gear position indicator lights were green, indicating the gear was down and locked. After the aircraft came to a stop, the left gear in-transit light had illuminated and the corresponding green light was no longer lit.
Inspection Findings
A post-accident inspection of the landing gear system revealed no malfunction or pre-accident defect. The system was found to be in normal operating condition.
Frequently asked questions
What happened in the 10 Jan 1987 Swearingen SA227-AC accident near Yuma, AZ?
After a normal landing, the left main landing gear retracted, causing the aircraft to veer left off the runway. Crew saw three green gear lights before touchdown; post-stop, left gear in-transit light was on and green light off.
What aircraft was involved and where did it happen?
The accident on 10 Jan 1987 involved a Swearingen SA227-AC, registration N165SW, operated by Sky West Airlines, at Yuma, AZ.
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