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Cessna TR182 Incident at Arnot Power Station on 19 June 2003 (ZS-KGE)

On Runway 31 at Arnot Power Station, ZA

On June 19, 2003, a Cessna TR182 (registration ZS-KGE) was involved in an aviation accident near On Runway 31 at Arnot Power Station, ZA. No fatalities were reported. Investigators recorded the probable cause as: The nose landing gear failed to extend properly because of the nose landing gear actuator downlock pins which were found to be cracked, resulting in the collapse of the nose-gear during landing. This summary draws on records from the South African Civil Aviation Authority (SACAA) Accident and Incident Investigations Division.

Sourcesthe South African Civil Aviation Authority (SACAA) Accident and Incident Investigations DivisionPrimary reportUpdated 2026-10-18Data APIEditorial standards

On 19 June 2003, a Cessna TR182 (ZS-KGE) experienced a nose gear collapse during landing at Arnot Power Station. The pilot was uninjured. The probable cause was cracked nose landing gear actuator downlock pins.

Aircraft and Flight Details

On 19 June 2003 at 1400Z, a Cessna TR182 (registration ZS-KGE) operated on a private flight landed on Runway 31 at Arnot Power Station. The pilot, the sole occupant, reported 3100 total flying hours with 12 hours on type. Weather conditions were good with a temperature of +15°C and light variable surface wind.

Sequence of Events

Prior to landing, the pilot did not obtain a positive gear down indication. He flew past the owner of the aircraft three times, and the owner confirmed via radio that the landing gear appeared down. During the landing roll, the nose gear collapsed, causing the aircraft to skid for 22 meters before coming to rest. The pilot escaped unharmed.

Damage and Injuries

The aircraft sustained damage to the propeller and lower nose section. There were no injuries reported; the pilot was unharmed.

Probable Cause

The incident was attributed to the nose landing gear actuator downlock pins being cracked, which prevented the nose landing gear from extending properly. This resulted in the collapse of the nose gear during landing.

Maintenance error

Frequently asked questions

What happened in the 19 Jun 2003 Cessna TR182 accident near On Runway 31 at Arnot Power Station, ZA?

On 19 June 2003, a Cessna TR182 (ZS-KGE) experienced a nose gear collapse during landing at Arnot Power Station. The pilot was uninjured. The probable cause was cracked nose landing gear actuator downlock pins.

Were there any fatalities in the 19 Jun 2003 Cessna TR182 accident?

No fatalities were recorded in this accident.

What aircraft was involved and where did it happen?

The accident on 19 Jun 2003 involved a Cessna TR182, registration ZS-KGE, at On Runway 31 at Arnot Power Station, ZA.

What was the probable cause of the accident?

The nose landing gear failed to extend properly because of the nose landing gear actuator downlock pins which were found to be cracked, resulting in the collapse of the nose-gear during landing.

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