Accident Details
A flight instructor reported that during an instructional flight focused on takeoffs and landings, the seventh landing was marred by an improper configuration. The landing checklist was called, but due to wind effects, the landing gear was not extended. The airplane subsequently touched down on the runway centerline with the landing gear retracted.
Aircraft Configuration
During the approach, the airplane was configured with the left engine operating normally while the right engine was operating to simulate zero thrust. The flight instructor noted that there were no preaccident mechanical failures or malfunctions with the airplane that would have precluded normal operation.
Damage and Aftermath
After touchdown, the airplane slid to the left, exited the runway, and impacted a landing light fixture. The lower fuselage longerons were substantially damaged as a result of the event.