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Touch-and-Go Landing Results in Wheels-Up Landing on Runway 35 (N2757T)

Watkins, CO, US

On October 18, 1990, a Beech 95-C55 (registration N2757T) operated by Denver Air Center was involved in an aviation accident near Watkins, CO. Investigators recorded the probable cause as: THE PILOT'S INADVERTENT RETRACTION OF THE LANDING GEAR. A FACTOR WAS THE PILOT'S LACK OF FAMILIARITY WITH THE AIRPLANE. 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 2026-07-04Data APIEditorial standards

A pilot conducting a second touch-and-go landing on Runway 35 lowered the landing gear and observed a green safe indication, but the airplane landed wheels-up. Cockpit examination later revealed the landing gear selector was in the up position.

Pilot Account

During a second touch-and-go landing on Runway 35, the pilot reported lowering the landing gear and observing a green light (safe) indication. The airplane subsequently landed with the wheels retracted. The pilot described the touchdown as smooth, after which he raised the flaps and began to clean up the airplane for takeoff. His attention was diverted when directional control was lost and the aircraft seemed to become airborne again.

Cockpit Examination

Examination of the cockpit after the incident disclosed that the landing gear selector was in the up position, while the flap control was in the down position.

Aircraft Systems Explanation

According to a Beech Aircraft Corporation spokesman, the 95-C55 Baron is equipped with a squat switch on the main landing gear that prevents inadvertent gear retraction as long as weight is applied to the struts. When the weight is removed, the gear will retract.

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Frequently asked questions

What happened in the 18 Oct 1990 Beech 95-C55 accident near Watkins, CO?

A pilot conducting a second touch-and-go landing on Runway 35 lowered the landing gear and observed a green safe indication, but the airplane landed wheels-up. Cockpit examination later revealed the landing gear selector was in the up position.

What aircraft was involved and where did it happen?

The accident on 18 Oct 1990 involved a Beech 95-C55, registration N2757T, operated by Denver Air Center, at Watkins, CO.

What was the probable cause of the accident?

THE PILOT'S INADVERTENT RETRACTION OF THE LANDING GEAR. A FACTOR WAS THE PILOT'S LACK OF FAMILIARITY WITH THE AIRPLANE.

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Investigation report by the U.S. National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB) historical archive. Original record: https://carol.ntsb.gov/event/20001212X24456. This page is a structured re-presentation; facts and quotes are in the National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB), United States.