Incident Summary
During cruise flight, the airplane experienced a flight control problem characterized by a nose-down pitch tendency. The pilot executed a controlled descent to the nearest airport and performed a gear-up, no-flap landing on the runway. Neither the pilot nor the seven passengers were injured, but the airplane sustained substantial damage.
Aircraft Examination
Post-landing examination of the airplane revealed that the right elevator trim tab was not attached to the right elevator. The push-pull rod was not connected to the right elevator trim tab horn, and the bolt and hardware that would normally secure the push-pull rod to the horn were missing. Additionally, the trim actuator rod was found bent.
Landing Details
The pilot chose to land with the landing gear retracted and without deploying flaps. The landing was executed on the runway of the nearest airport after the controlled descent. The exact location and other environmental details were not specified in the investigation report.
Occupants and Injuries
All eight occupants—the pilot and seven passengers—were uninjured. No injuries were reported.
Damage Assessment
The airplane incurred substantial damage as a result of the gear-up landing. Specific damage items were not listed beyond the general classification of substantial damage.