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Simulated Engine-Out Landing Results in Gear Collapse and Runway Excursion (N4380S)

Vero Beach, FL, US

On August 18, 2000, a Piper PA-46-310P (registration N4380S) was involved in an aviation accident near Vero Beach, FL. No fatalities were reported. Investigators recorded the probable cause as: The pilot's inability to control the aircraft after landing due to a loss of engine power and landing gear failure for undetermined reasons. A factor in the severity of the accident was the impact with the airport marker lights. 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 a simulated engine-out landing, an unsafe gear indication led to an aborted landing. The engine failed to develop power, resulting in a gear collapse and runway excursion with substantial wing damage.

Incident Summary

A local instructional flight involving a simulated engine-out landing ended with a collapsed right main landing gear and substantial damage to the right wing after the airplane struck a runway marker light.

Sequence of Events

According to the flight instructor, on short final an unsafe gear indication occurred. The instructor then attempted to abort the landing, but the engine failed to develop takeoff power. The airplane landed, and the right main landing gear collapsed. After the collapse, the airplane slid down the runway and struck a runway marker light, substantially damaging the right wing leading edge, flap, and aileron.

Post-Accident Examination

An examination of the engine, landing gear, and hydraulic system found no discrepancies.

Frequently asked questions

What happened in the 18 Aug 2000 Piper PA-46-310P accident near Vero Beach, FL?

During a simulated engine-out landing, an unsafe gear indication led to an aborted landing. The engine failed to develop power, resulting in a gear collapse and runway excursion with substantial wing damage.

Were there any fatalities in the 18 Aug 2000 Piper PA-46-310P accident?

No fatalities were recorded in this accident.

What aircraft was involved and where did it happen?

The accident on 18 Aug 2000 involved a Piper PA-46-310P, registration N4380S, at Vero Beach, FL.

What was the probable cause of the accident?

The pilot's inability to control the aircraft after landing due to a loss of engine power and landing gear failure for undetermined reasons. A factor in the severity of the accident was the impact with the airport marker lights.

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Investigation report by the U.S. National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB) historical archive. Original record: https://carol.ntsb.gov/event/20001212X21652. This page is a structured re-presentation; facts and quotes are in the National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB), United States.