Casualties unknown

1998-06-19: Cessna 310K (N6994L) — Harold C. Holmes — Calexico, CA

Calexico, CA, US

On June 19, 1998, a Cessna 310K (registration N6994L) operated by Harold C. Holmes was involved in an aviation accident near Calexico, CA. Investigators recorded the probable cause as: The pilot's continued operation of the aircraft with known deficiencies in the landing gear indicating system. This summary draws on records from the U.S. National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB) historical archive.

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A pilot reported a preexisting right main landing gear indicator light problem. Despite adjustments and a trouble-free month-long trip, the light failed repeatedly, culminating in a gear collapse during landing rollout.

Background

According to the pilot's report, there was a preexisting issue with the right main landing gear down indication light. An adjustment to the associated switch was performed, and two days later, the pilot departed for a flying vacation. Throughout the month-long trip, no discrepancies were noted with the aircraft's landing gear system.

Sequence of Events

On the return flight, during an intermediate stop prior to the intended destination, the right main landing gear down indication light did not illuminate after gear extension. The pilot recycled the landing gear, but the indicator remained off. The pilot continued the landing and reported no discrepancies. The aircraft then proceeded to the accident airport.

Landing and Gear Collapse

Before landing at the accident airport, the pilot extended the landing gear but did not receive a gear down indication from the right main landing gear. The gear was recycled, yet the right main landing gear down light still failed to illuminate. The pilot proceeded with the landing. During the landing rollout, the right main landing gear collapsed.

Investigation report by the U.S. National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB) historical archive. Original record: https://carol.ntsb.gov/event/20001211X10372. This page is a structured re-presentation; facts and quotes are in the National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB), United States.