Cessna 177RG lands with landing gear retracted at Bacacheri Aerodrome

Casualties unknown • CURITIBA, PR, BR

A Cessna 177RG experienced a landing gear accident during a maintenance ferry flight, resulting in substantial damage to the aircraft's engine, propeller, and fuselage.

What happened

On April 17, 2014, a Cessna 177RG, registration PT-DRY, was performing a private ferry flight from Santa Terezinha de Itaipu (SWIT) to Bacacheri Aerodrome (SBBI) in Curitiba, Brazil. The purpose of the flight was to transport the aircraft to the destination for maintenance services specifically related to the landing gear system.

During the approach and landing phase at SBBI, the aircraft touched down with its landing gear in the retracted position. The impact caused substantial damage to the engine, propeller, and fuselage. The pilot was able to exit the aircraft uninjured.

Probable cause

The accident was likely caused by the pilot's failure to extend the landing gear before touchdown, a possibility exacerbated by a worn mechanical detent that allowed the control lever to be moved inadvertently.

Frequently asked questions

What happened in the 2014-04-17 aircraft accident near CURITIBA, PR, BR?

A Cessna 177RG experienced a landing gear accident during a maintenance ferry flight, resulting in substantial damage to the aircraft's engine, propeller, and fuselage.

What aircraft was involved and where did it happen?

The accident on 2014-04-17 involved a aircraft, registration PTDRY, at CURITIBA, PR, BR.

What was the probable cause of the accident?

The accident was likely caused by the pilot's failure to extend the landing gear before touchdown, a possibility exacerbated by a worn mechanical detent that allowed the control lever to be moved inadvertently.

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