Incident Overview
A pilot flying a single-engine aircraft from El Monte, California, to a convention in Reno, Nevada, planned to park the aircraft in Carson City, Nevada. The flight included an intermediate stop in Bishop, California, before arriving at Carson City Airport.
Landing and Gear Collapse
Upon arrival, the pilot contacted UNICOM and was informed that winds were calm. The pilot elected to land on runway 27 but did not check the windsock while in the traffic pattern. During landing, the pilot reported experiencing turbulence and crosswind conditions. After touchdown, the right main landing gear collapsed and separated from the aircraft. The airplane subsequently departed the runway, crossed a drainage ditch, and came to rest.
Witness Observations
A witness working in an office at the airport observed the aircraft in the traffic pattern and noted that it appeared to be landing with a quartering tailwind. The witness stated that local pilots are aware of a hill northeast of the airport that can disturb the air on approach to runway 27 when the wind is from that direction.
Aftermath
The aircraft sustained damage to the landing gear and likely other components. No further details about the aircraft or occupants were provided in the source.