Casualties unknown

1988-05-01: Beech C23 (N9358S) — Manassas, VA

Manassas, VA, US

On May 1, 1988, a Beech C23 (registration N9358S) was involved in an aviation accident near Manassas, VA. This summary draws on records from the U.S. National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB) historical archive.

Sourcesthe U.S. National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB) historical archivePrimary reportUpdated 1781061362Data APIEditorial standards

A pilot lost directional control during landing at Carlisle, Pennsylvania after encountering a wind gust, then experienced a left main gear collapse upon landing at Manassas.

Incident at Carlisle Airport

The pilot reported that during an earlier landing attempt at Carlisle, Pennsylvania, while in the landing roll, the aircraft encountered a wind gust. This caused a loss of directional control, and the right wing lifted, causing the aircraft to veer off the side of the runway. The pilot heard a loud bump as the left wing dragged along the ground. After regaining control, the pilot executed a go-around.

Landing at Manassas

The pilot then flew to Manassas and performed a landing. As the pilot attempted to turn off the runway, the left landing gear collapsed.

Aircraft Examination

Examination of the aircraft revealed that the left main gear housing had suffered an overload failure.

Investigation report by the U.S. National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB) historical archive. Original record: https://carol.ntsb.gov/event/20001213X25631. This page is a structured re-presentation; facts and quotes are in the National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB), United States.