On June 24, 1992, a Casa 212 (registration N428CA) operated by Executive Airlines Inc. was involved in an aviation accident near Mayaguez, PR. Investigators recorded the probable cause as: FAILURE OF THE NOSEGEAR ASSEMBLY STEERING ACTUATOR DUE TO PLAY AT THE LOWER TRUNNION, WHICH CAUSED A VIBRATION, FAILURE OF THE STEERING ACTUATOR, SUBSEQUENT ON GROUND LOSS OF CONTROL, AND ON-GROUND COLLISION WITH A SIGN DURING LANDING ROLLOUT. This summary draws on records from the U.S. National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB) historical archive; 1 related events involving the same aircraft type or operator are linked below.
A CASA 212 veered off the runway after the nosewheel developed heavy vibration during landing rollout, striking a sign. The aircraft was on a scheduled passenger flight with a captain receiving an initial operating experience check ride.
Incident Overview
A CASA 212 aircraft was operating a scheduled domestic passenger commuter flight under 14 CFR Part 135 from San Juan, Puerto Rico, to Mayagüez, Puerto Rico. Visual flight rules conditions prevailed and a flight plan was filed. The prospective captain was flying the airplane from the left seat while receiving an initial operating experience (IOE) check ride from an authorized check airman.
Sequence of Events
During the landing rollout at the destination airport, the nosewheel developed a heavy vibration. The airplane subsequently veered off the runway to the right and collided with a sign.
Aftermath
The airplane sustained no damage. The flight crew and 16 passengers were not injured.
Investigation Status
The incident remains under investigation by the appropriate authorities. The probable cause has not been determined.