On November 11, 1992, a Cessna 210N (registration N6562Y) operated by Soft Water Service Company was involved in an aviation accident near Spokane, WA. Investigators recorded the probable cause as: THE PILOT'S PREMATURE RETRACTION OF THE GEAR. FACTORS INCLUDE A WET AND ICY RUNWAY. This summary draws on records from the U.S. National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB) historical archive.
A Cessna 210 experienced a gear retraction malfunction during an attempted go-around, causing the propeller to strike the runway and resulting in total power loss.
What happened
During an attempted go-around, the right main landing gear and the nose landing gear of the aircraft unexpectedly retracted to their full up positions. This mechanical failure caused the propeller to make contact with the runway surface, leading to a complete loss of engine power.
The investigation
Following the accident, investigators examined the aircraft's landing gear system. They found that the gear position handle was in the up position. Despite this, the gear retraction mechanism itself was determined to operate normally during post-accident testing.
What happened in the 11 Nov 1992 Cessna 210N accident near Spokane, WA?
A Cessna 210 experienced a gear retraction malfunction during an attempted go-around, causing the propeller to strike the runway and resulting in total power loss.
What aircraft was involved and where did it happen?
The accident on 11 Nov 1992 involved a Cessna 210N, registration N6562Y, operated by Soft Water Service Company, at Spokane, WA.
What was the probable cause of the accident?
THE PILOT'S PREMATURE RETRACTION OF THE GEAR. FACTORS INCLUDE A WET AND ICY RUNWAY.
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