Piper PA-24-260 landing gear collapse near West Yellowstone

No fatalities • West Yellowstone, MT, United States

A Piper PA-24-260 experienced a landing gear collapse during the landing roll at West Yellowstone, Montana.

What happened

On June 29, 2025, at 10:33 mountain daylight time, a Piper PA-24-260, registration N9366P, was involved in an accident near West Yellowstone, Montana. The aircraft was being operated by MJC LIMITED LLC as a private flight under 14 CFR Part 91.

While performing a cross-country flight, the pilot reported a total electrical failure approximately 100 miles from the intended destination. The pilot decided to proceed to the destination. During the approach for landing, the pilot lowered the landing gear. As the aircraft was on the landing roll on runway 1, the landing gear collapsed, causing the airplane to slide to a stop on the runway.

The accident resulted in no injuries to the pilot, but the aircraft sustained substantial damage to the fuselage.

Probable cause

Not determined

Frequently asked questions

What happened in the 29 Jun 2025 PIPER PA-24-260 accident near West Yellowstone, MT?

A Piper PA-24-260 experienced a landing gear collapse during the landing roll at West Yellowstone, Montana.

Were there any fatalities in the 29 Jun 2025 PIPER PA-24-260 accident?

No fatalities were recorded in this accident.

What aircraft was involved and where did it happen?

The accident on 29 Jun 2025 involved a PIPER PA-24-260, registration N9366P, operated by MJC LIMITED LLC, at West Yellowstone, MT.

What was the probable cause of the accident?

Not determined

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