2002-05-28: Mitsubishi MU2B-20 — Kalitta Air — Belleville, MI

Casualties unknown • Belleville, MI, US

Probable cause

The pilot's failure to verify the extension of the landing gear prior to landing, and his failure to perform the emergency landing gear extension procedure. The popped circuit breaker was a factor.

— NTSB Determination

Accident narrative

The airplane was substantially damaged when the landing gear collapsed during landing. The pilot stated, "Prior to landing, landing gear was selected down. Circuit breaker for landing gear motor had popped. Gear was not completely down and locked. Landing was completed." During the landing, the nose landing gear collapsed and the airplane came to rest on its nose. Subsequent to the accident, the landing gear system was inspected. No anomalies were found with respect to the landing gear system, or the landing gear unsafe warning system.

Frequently asked questions

What happened in the 2002-05-28 Mitsubishi MU2B-20 accident near Belleville, MI?

The airplane was substantially damaged when the landing gear collapsed during landing. The pilot stated, "Prior to landing, landing gear was selected down. Circuit breaker for landing gear motor had popped. Gear was not completely down and locked. Landing was completed." During the landing, the nose landing gear…

What aircraft was involved and where did it happen?

The accident on 2002-05-28 involved a Mitsubishi MU2B-20, registration N54CK, operated by Kalitta Air, at Belleville, MI.

What was the probable cause of the accident?

The pilot's failure to verify the extension of the landing gear prior to landing, and his failure to perform the emergency landing gear extension procedure. The popped circuit breaker was a factor.

Investigation report by the U.S. National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB) historical archive. Original record: https://carol.ntsb.gov/event/20020529X00764. This page is a structured re-presentation; facts and quotes are in the National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB), United States.

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