Event Details
On landing, just as the airplane touched down, the landing gear collapsed, resulting in substantial damage to the airframe.
Pilot Report
The pilot reported that he lowered the landing gear after entering the downwind for the landing runway. He stated that after lowering the gear, the "down and locked" indicator light illuminated, confirming the gear was down. He further stated the landing flare was normal; however, the airplane continued to settle, eventually landing with the gear in the up position.
Post-Accident Evaluation
Post-accident evaluation of the landing gear system, including a gear swing, revealed no anomalies that would have prevented the landing gear from fully extending to the down and locked position.