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Landing Gear Collapse During Landing on Runway 28L (N782QS)

Columbus, OH, US

On January 22, 1999, a Cessna 650 (registration N782QS) was involved in an aviation accident near Columbus, OH. No fatalities were reported. Investigators recorded the probable cause as: The collapse of the airplane's right main landing gear due to inadequate design by its manufacturer. This summary draws on records from the U.S. National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB) historical archive.

Sourcesthe U.S. National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB) historical archivePrimary reportUpdated 2026-07-04Data APIEditorial standards

During landing on runway 28L, the right main landing gear collapsed, causing the airplane to veer right and strike a taxiway sign. Examination found no component malfunctions, but testing revealed the side brace actuator could unlock under cyclic compressive loading.

Accident Summary

While landing on runway 28L, the airplane's right main landing gear collapsed. The airplane veered off the right side of the runway and impacted a taxiway sign.

Landing Gear Examination

Examination of the landing gear system did not reveal any malfunctions or internal component failures.

Actuator Testing

Further testing revealed that the airplane's side brace actuator could unlock mechanically under repeated cyclic compressive loading. When the compressive load was cycled between near zero and values ranging from half the maximum limit to near the maximum limit, the side brace actuator could be induced to unlock in a minimum of 50 cycles.

Environmental Conditions

Winds reported at the airport about 30 minutes prior to the accident were from 170 degrees at 14 knots, with 19 knot gusts.

Frequently asked questions

What happened in the 22 Jan 1999 Cessna 650 accident near Columbus, OH?

During landing on runway 28L, the right main landing gear collapsed, causing the airplane to veer right and strike a taxiway sign. Examination found no component malfunctions, but testing revealed the side brace actuator could unlock under cyclic compressive loading.

Were there any fatalities in the 22 Jan 1999 Cessna 650 accident?

No fatalities were recorded in this accident.

What aircraft was involved and where did it happen?

The accident on 22 Jan 1999 involved a Cessna 650, registration N782QS, at Columbus, OH.

What was the probable cause of the accident?

The collapse of the airplane's right main landing gear due to inadequate design by its manufacturer.

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Investigation report by the U.S. National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB) historical archive. Original record: https://carol.ntsb.gov/event/20001204X00106. This page is a structured re-presentation; facts and quotes are in the National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB), United States.