On March 23, 1991, a Cessna 421 (registration N4071L) operated by David Ahlzadeh was involved in an aviation accident near EL Monte, CA. Investigators recorded the probable cause as: THE PILOT RETRACTING THE LANDING GEAR DURING THE LANDING ROLL. This summary draws on records from the U.S. National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB) historical archive.
After a two-hour local flight, the pilot landed at the home airport. The landing was uneventful until sparks were seen from the left wing. The aircraft exited the runway and struck a parked aircraft. No injuries occurred.
Accident Overview
The pilot returned to the home airport after a two-hour local flight. The landing was conducted in visual meteorological conditions. The aircraft touched down and rolled for approximately two-thirds of the runway length without incident.
Event Sequence
During the last 250 feet of the landing roll, the tower controller observed sparks emanating from the aircraft's left wing. The aircraft then departed the left side of the runway, impacting a parked aircraft before coming to a stop.
Injuries and Damage
There were no injuries to personnel. The parked aircraft was damaged in the collision.
Investigation
The accident investigation is ongoing. No probable cause has been determined at this time.