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Landing Gear Omission Leads to Fire After Touchdown (N6005H)

Chamblee, GA, US

On May 23, 2004, a Beech BE-24 (registration N6005H) was involved in an aviation accident near Chamblee, GA. No fatalities were reported. Investigators recorded the probable cause as: The pilot forgot to extend the landing gear. 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

A pilot reported forgetting to extend the landing gear before touchdown, causing the airplane to skid and catch fire. The pilot exited unharmed and no mechanical issues were noted.

Accident Overview

A pilot reported a normal takeoff, climb, and approach in a single-engine airplane. After touchdown, the aircraft skidded to the right side of the runway. A fire then ensued, and the pilot was able to exit the airplane without injury.

Pilot Account

The pilot stated that he simply forgot to extend the landing gear and confirm a three-green indication before landing. He reported no mechanical problems with the airplane prior to the accident.

Aircraft Examination

Examination of the aircraft wreckage revealed extensive fire damage to the bottom right side of the engine cowling, as well as a melted windscreen and windscreen supports. The propeller was bent, and the underbelly was scraped.

Probable cause

The pilot forgot to extend the landing gear.

Frequently asked questions

What happened in the 23 May 2004 Beech BE-24 accident near Chamblee, GA?

A pilot reported forgetting to extend the landing gear before touchdown, causing the airplane to skid and catch fire. The pilot exited unharmed and no mechanical issues were noted.

Were there any fatalities in the 23 May 2004 Beech BE-24 accident?

No fatalities were recorded in this accident.

What aircraft was involved and where did it happen?

The accident on 23 May 2004 involved a Beech BE-24, registration N6005H, at Chamblee, GA.

What was the probable cause of the accident?

The pilot forgot to extend the landing gear.

More accident analyses

Investigation report by the U.S. National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB) historical archive. Original record: https://carol.ntsb.gov/event/20040528X00683. This page is a structured re-presentation; facts and quotes are in the National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB), United States.