Casualties unknown

Landing Gear Collapse Following Go-Around Decision (N8851A)

Toms River, NJ, US

On July 11, 1992, a Beech A35 (registration N8851A) operated by Kenneth M Treidel was involved in an aviation accident near Toms River, NJ. Investigators recorded the probable cause as: THE PILOT'S FAILURE TO MAINTAIN DIRECTIONAL CONTROL DURING LANDING. 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 2026-06-10Data APIEditorial standards

During landing flare, a gust of wind caused the airplane to veer left. The pilot attempted a go-around but aborted due to trees, resulting in an awkward landing that collapsed the right main and nose gear.

Event

During the landing flare, the pilot reported a gust of wind that pushed the airplane to the left, causing it to start veering off the runway. The pilot initially initiated a go-around by advancing the throttle to full forward.

Pilot Actions

Realizing that continuing the go-around might not allow the airplane to clear surrounding trees, the pilot retarded the throttle. The airplane then contacted the ground at an awkward angle, resulting in the collapse of the right main landing gear and the nose gear.

Remarks

The pilot commented that, in hindsight, applying full right rudder and right aileron immediately at the time of full throttle might have corrected the veer. The pilot reported no mechanical malfunctions with the airplane prior to touchdown.

Investigation report by the U.S. National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB) historical archive. Original record: https://carol.ntsb.gov/event/20001211X15065. This page is a structured re-presentation; facts and quotes are in the National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB), United States.