On October 28, 1994, a Cessna 210L (registration N732CQ) was involved in an aviation accident near Jacksonville, FL. Investigators recorded the probable cause as: improper rigging of the right main landing gear down lock mechanism due to normal wear. This summary draws on records from the U.S. National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB) historical archive.
A pilot experienced a right main landing gear collapse during landing rollout at a maintenance base after a previous flight revealed improper gear rigging due to normal wear.
Incident Sequence
The pilot was on approach to the destination airport and lowered the landing gear. The right main landing gear did not illuminate. The pilot completed the emergency procedure from memory and visually checked the landing gear. The landing gear appeared to be extended. The pilot landed without further incident and taxied to the ramp. Visual inspection of the landing gear revealed the right main landing gear was not in the lock position.
The pilot called maintenance personnel on the phone and was informed to reposition the airplane to another airport with the landing gear down to get a replacement airplane. The pilot flew the airplane to the maintenance base. On landing rollout, the right main landing gear collapsed.
Examination
Examination of the landing gear by the FAA revealed improper rigging of the right main landing gear down lock mechanism due to normal wear.
Probable Cause
The probable cause is improper rigging of the right main landing gear down lock mechanism due to normal wear.