Casualties unknown

1987-06-29: Beech C90 (N2030W) — Century Homes Development Co. — Lakeport, CA

Lakeport, CA, US

On June 29, 1987, a Beech C90 (registration N2030W) operated by Century Homes Development Co. was involved in an aviation accident near Lakeport, CA. 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

During landing rollout, the left main landing gear collapsed. The pilot reported following the checklist but did not provide specific details. Post-accident examination revealed scoring and a bent actuator assembly.

Incident Details

The pilot of the aircraft stated that the left main landing gear collapsed during the landing rollout. When contacted by telephone for an interview, the pilot was asked when the landing gear had been placed down and what the gear safe indicator lights showed at touchdown. The pilot did not respond to these questions, only stating that he had followed the checklist. The checklist specifies that the gear should be down before 'when landing assured.'

Investigation Findings

Examination of the aircraft revealed rotational scoring on the painted surface of the left main gear actuator assembly. A further component teardown and examination found that the screw housing assembly of the actuator was bent. No other details were provided regarding the aircraft type, registration, operator, location, date, or any injuries or damage to the aircraft beyond the gear collapse.

Investigation report by the U.S. National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB) historical archive. Original record: https://carol.ntsb.gov/event/20001213X31246. This page is a structured re-presentation; facts and quotes are in the National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB), United States.