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Gear-Up Landing After Propeller Strike During Test Flight (N757DG)

Lambertville, MI, US

On July 6, 1990, a Cessna R182 (registration N757DG) was involved in an aviation accident near Lambertville, MI. No fatalities were reported. Investigators recorded the probable cause as: PILOT IN COMMAND'S MIS-PLACEMENT OF THE AIRPLANES LANDING GEAR LEVER IN THE 'UP' POSITION WHILE THE AIRPLANE WAS ON THE GROUND, THEREBY ALLOWING THE LANDING GEAR SQUAT SWITCH, LOCATED IN THE NOSE GEAR COMPARTMENT, TO FUNCTION AS A RETRACTING CONTROLLER DURING… 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 2026-07-04Data APIEditorial standards

During a test flight following landing gear pump maintenance, the pilot retracted the landing gear after a propeller strike and performed a gear-up landing on the departure runway.

Maintenance and Test Flight

After completing maintenance on the landing gear retraction and extension pump, the pilot performed static tests by cycling the landing gear lever up and down. Satisfied with the repair, the pilot initiated a test flight.

Takeoff and Propeller Strike

During the takeoff roll using a soft field technique, the airplane's propeller began striking the runway. The pilot continued with the liftoff.

Gear Retraction and Landing

Concerned about a potential flip over if landing with a retracted nosewheel, the pilot decided to retract the landing gear. The airplane subsequently landed gear up on the departure runway.

Frequently asked questions

What happened in the 6 Jul 1990 Cessna R182 accident near Lambertville, MI?

During a test flight following landing gear pump maintenance, the pilot retracted the landing gear after a propeller strike and performed a gear-up landing on the departure runway.

Were there any fatalities in the 6 Jul 1990 Cessna R182 accident?

No fatalities were recorded in this accident.

What aircraft was involved and where did it happen?

The accident on 6 Jul 1990 involved a Cessna R182, registration N757DG, at Lambertville, MI.

What was the probable cause of the accident?

PILOT IN COMMAND'S MIS-PLACEMENT OF THE AIRPLANES LANDING GEAR LEVER IN THE 'UP' POSITION WHILE THE AIRPLANE WAS ON THE GROUND, THEREBY ALLOWING THE LANDING GEAR SQUAT SWITCH, LOCATED IN THE NOSE GEAR COMPARTMENT, TO FUNCTION AS A RETRACTING CONTROLLER DURING THE SOFT FIELD TAKEOFF PROCEDURE.

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Investigation report by the U.S. National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB) historical archive. Original record: https://carol.ntsb.gov/event/20001212X23636. This page is a structured re-presentation; facts and quotes are in the National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB), United States.