Casualties unknown

Landing Gear Failure During Rollout Following Landing (N6401H)

Evansville, IN, US

On May 2, 1987, a Beech 58P (registration N6401H) operated by Rocco A. Marrese was involved in an aviation accident near Evansville, IN. This summary draws on records from the U.S. National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB) historical archive.

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During landing rollout, the left main and nose landing gear collapsed. The pilot reported no switch interaction, but later found the landing gear relay tripped and flaps retracted. Inspection revealed no mechanical failure.

Incident Overview

During the landing rollout, the left main landing gear and the nose landing gear collapsed. The pilot, in his report, stated that he does not recall manipulating any switches during the rollout. However, after exiting the aircraft, the pilot noted that the landing gear relay was tripped open and the flaps had been retracted.

Post-Accident Inspection

A subsequent inspection of the landing gear following the incident did not reveal any mechanical failure of the gear or its components.

Summary of Reported Facts

The pilot's account indicates no memory of switch activation during the rollout. The observed condition of the landing gear relay and flap position after the event suggests an uncommanded configuration change. The absence of mechanical failure points toward an electrical or operational anomaly.

Frequently asked questions

What happened in the 2 May 1987 Beech 58P accident near Evansville, IN?

During landing rollout, the left main and nose landing gear collapsed. The pilot reported no switch interaction, but later found the landing gear relay tripped and flaps retracted. Inspection revealed no mechanical failure.

What aircraft was involved and where did it happen?

The accident on 2 May 1987 involved a Beech 58P, registration N6401H, operated by Rocco A. Marrese, at Evansville, IN.

Investigation report by the U.S. National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB) historical archive. Original record: https://carol.ntsb.gov/event/20001213X30891. This page is a structured re-presentation; facts and quotes are in the National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB), United States.