Casualties unknown

1994-07-24: Cessna 402C (N318AB) — Air Sunshine, Inc. — St. Petersburg, FL

St. Petersburg, FL, US

On July 24, 1994, a Cessna 402C (registration N318AB) operated by Air Sunshine, Inc. was involved in an aviation accident near St. Petersburg, FL. Investigators recorded the probable cause as: COLLAPSE OF THE RIGHT MAIN LANDING GEAR DURING THE LANDING ROLL FOR UNDETERMINED REASONS. This summary draws on records from the U.S. National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB) historical archive; 4 related events involving the same aircraft type or operator are linked below.

Sourcesthe U.S. National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB) historical archivePrimary reportUpdated 1781061362Data APIEditorial standards

After touchdown, the right main landing gear collapsed during the landing roll. Testing of the actuator and microswitch revealed no failures, but several discrepancies were noted with the actuator. The reason for the collapse could not be determined.

Incident Description

After touchdown during the landing roll, the right main landing gear collapsed. The event occurred without any prior indication of failure.

Actuator and Microswitch Testing

Following the incident, the actuator and microswitch were tested. No failure was observed in either component during the tests. However, several discrepancies were noted with the actuator.

Maintenance History

The actuator's serial number could not be positively determined. Based on available records, the actuator was believed to have been overhauled in July 1992. It was then installed on the aircraft approximately one month later, in August 1992.

Investigation Conclusion

The investigation could not determine the reason for the collapse of the right main landing gear. No probable cause was established.

Investigation report by the U.S. National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB) historical archive. Original record: https://carol.ntsb.gov/event/20001206X01804. This page is a structured re-presentation; facts and quotes are in the National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB), United States.