Summary
A pilot experienced a landing gear collapse during landing after receiving an unsafe gear indication following takeoff. The aircraft's left and right main landing gear failed upon touchdown despite a visual confirmation from the tower that the gear appeared extended.
Sequence of Events
After takeoff, the pilot informed the air traffic controller of an unsafe landing gear light during the initial climb. The pilot departed the airport traffic area to perform abnormal emergency procedures, which were completed without incident. Subsequently, the pilot requested to fly by the control tower to visually verify the landing gear position. The controller reported that the landing gear appeared to be down during the flyby.
The pilot entered the traffic pattern for a visual approach to runway 16L. Upon touchdown, both the left and right main landing gear collapsed. The aircraft sustained damage as a result.
Findings
A post-incident examination of the aircraft and its landing gear system revealed no deficiencies or malfunctions. The cause of the unsafe gear indication and subsequent collapse could not be determined from the available evidence.
Conclusion
The incident involved a landing gear collapse following an initial unsafe gear indication. No system faults were identified during the subsequent inspection.