Event Description
The pilot of a general aviation aircraft reported that the flight proceeded normally until touchdown at the destination airport, when the airplane landed on its belly with the wheels retracted. According to the pilot, all indications were that he had not switched the landing gear down.
Pilot Statement
The pilot stated that he believed he had put the landing gear down, but when asked about checklist use, he indicated that he had a checklist in front of him but 'must have missed it.' He did not mention using a checklist at any point during the approach. The pilot also noted that during the descent he observed his airspeed was higher than normal, and he continued the approach to landing until the belly of the airplane made contact with the ground.
Investigation Findings
The investigation revealed no additional details beyond the pilot's account. No mechanical malfunction or external factors were cited. The incident occurred without any reported injuries or damage to property other than the aircraft. The pilot's actions were consistent with a failure to complete the landing gear extension procedure.