Incident Details
A Part 135 scheduled domestic passenger flight experienced a landing gear malfunction while on final approach. The nose landing gear failed to fully extend. The pilot attempted to recycle the landing gear, but it remained unextended. An emergency extension procedure was also attempted, with negative results. The approach was continued, and upon touchdown, the complete landing gear collapsed. The aircraft subsequently slid to a stop.
Evacuation and Post-Incident Actions
Following the gear collapse, all passengers were evacuated via the emergency exit. Post-incident examination focused on the landing gear system.
Examination Findings
A detailed inspection of the landing gear revealed that the right main landing gear actuator end cap had failed due to fatigue. This failure allowed hydraulic pressure and fluid to leak from the actuator, preventing proper gear extension and contributing to the collapse during landing.