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Left Main Landing Gear Collapses During Off-Airport Landing on Gravel Strip (N4025W)

Kenai, AK, US

On May 19, 2007, a Piper PA-32 (registration N4025W) was involved in an aviation accident near Kenai, AK. No fatalities were reported. Investigators recorded the probable cause as: The left main landing gear attaching bolts sheared during landing, which resulted in the left main landing gear collapsing and the left wing and the stabilator striking the ground. This summary draws on records from the U.S. National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB) historical archive; 8 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

During a personal VFR cross-country flight, an airplane's left main landing gear collapsed after landing on a gravel airstrip. The pilot reported sheared attaching bolts and damage to the left wing and stabilator.

Accident Overview

The accident occurred during a personal visual flight rules (VFR) cross-country flight conducted under Title 14, CFR Part 91. The pilot, who held a commercial certificate, was the sole occupant. During an off-airport landing on a gravel airstrip, the left main landing gear collapsed.

Pilot Report

In a post-accident statement, the pilot indicated that inspection of the landing gear revealed sheared attaching bolts. The left wing and stabilator sustained damage when they struck the ground. The pilot further stated that there were no mechanical anomalies with the airplane prior to the accident.

Investigation

Due to the remote location of the accident site, the National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB) did not examine the airplane. No determination of probable cause has been issued.

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Frequently asked questions

What happened in the 19 May 2007 Piper PA-32 accident near Kenai, AK?

During a personal VFR cross-country flight, an airplane's left main landing gear collapsed after landing on a gravel airstrip. The pilot reported sheared attaching bolts and damage to the left wing and stabilator.

Were there any fatalities in the 19 May 2007 Piper PA-32 accident?

No fatalities were recorded in this accident.

What aircraft was involved and where did it happen?

The accident on 19 May 2007 involved a Piper PA-32, registration N4025W, at Kenai, AK.

What was the probable cause of the accident?

The left main landing gear attaching bolts sheared during landing, which resulted in the left main landing gear collapsing and the left wing and the stabilator striking the ground.

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Investigation report by the U.S. National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB) historical archive. Original record: https://carol.ntsb.gov/event/20070530X00663. This page is a structured re-presentation; facts and quotes are in the National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB), United States.