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Landing Gear Collapse During Landing Damages Airplane (N54CK)

Belleville, MI, US

On May 28, 2002, a Mitsubishi MU2B-20 (registration N54CK) operated by Kalitta Air was involved in an aviation accident near Belleville, MI. No fatalities were reported. Investigators recorded the probable cause as: 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. This summary draws on records from the U.S. National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB) historical archive; 2 related events involving the same aircraft type or operator are linked below.

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

An airplane sustained substantial damage when the nose landing gear collapsed during landing. The pilot reported the gear was not fully down and locked after a circuit breaker popped. Post-accident inspection found no anomalies in the landing gear or warning systems.

Incident Overview

An airplane was substantially damaged when its landing gear collapsed during the landing roll. According to the pilot's statement, the landing gear was selected down prior to landing. However, the circuit breaker for the landing gear motor had popped, and the gear was not completely down and locked. Despite this, the pilot proceeded with the landing.

Landing and Collapse

During the landing, the nose landing gear collapsed, causing the airplane to come to rest on its nose. The extent of damage was classified as substantial.

Post-Accident Inspection

After the accident, the landing gear system, including the landing gear unsafe warning system, was inspected. No anomalies were found with respect to either system.

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Frequently asked questions

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

An airplane sustained substantial damage when the nose landing gear collapsed during landing. The pilot reported the gear was not fully down and locked after a circuit breaker popped. Post-accident inspection found no anomalies in the landing gear or warning systems.

Were there any fatalities in the 28 May 2002 Mitsubishi MU2B-20 accident?

No fatalities were recorded in this accident.

What aircraft was involved and where did it happen?

The accident on 28 May 2002 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.

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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.