What happened
During the landing phase of flight, as the aircraft touched down on the runway, the landing gear collapsed. This event caused substantial damage to the airframe.
The pilot reported that the landing gear was extended after entering the downwind leg for the landing runway. According to the pilot, the "down and locked" indicator light illuminated, confirming that the gear was in the proper position. The pilot noted that the landing flare was performed normally; however, as the aircraft continued to settle onto the runway, it landed with the gear in the up position.
The investigation
A post-accident evaluation of the landing gear system was conducted. This examination included a gear swing test. The investigation revealed no mechanical anomalies that would have prevented the landing gear from fully extending to the down and locked position.