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Cessna 210A Landing Gear Failure at Rand Airport (ZS-SOK)

Intersection of runway 29 and 35 at FAGM, ZA

On June 29, 2017, a Cessna 210A (registration ZS-SOK) was involved in an aviation accident near Intersection of runway 29 and 35 at FAGM, ZA. No fatalities were reported. Investigators recorded the probable cause as: During the landing roll, the left hand saddle assembly failed due to multiple fractures under multiple loading conditions, resulting in the left undercarriage collapsing and the aircraft veering off the active runway. 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

A Cessna 210A veered off the runway at Rand Airport on 29 June 2017 after its left main landing gear collapsed during the landing roll. The aircraft sustained minor damage, and both occupants were uninjured.

Incident Overview and Flight History On 29 June 2017, a Cessna 210A with registration ZS-SOK was operating a private Part 91 flight from Eagles Creek airfield in Gauteng Province to Pilanesberg International Airport (FAPN) in North West Province. The flight's purpose was to clear customs before proceeding to Zimbabwe. During the approach to FAPN, the pilot reported that the landing gear green light did not illuminate after extending the gear. Consequently, the pilot diverted to Rand Airport (FAGM) in Germiston, Gauteng, where the aircraft's maintenance base was located. Upon arrival at FAGM, the pilot completed one circuit and requested the control tower to visually verify the landing gear position. The tower confirmed that the gear appeared to be extended. The aircraft then landed on runway 29. Approximately 400 meters into the landing roll, the left main landing gear collapsed. The aircraft veered to the left, skidding on its left wingtip and horizontal stabilizer, and came to rest near the intersection of runways 29 and 35. The accident site was located at GPS coordinates S26°14’34.20” E028°09’04.40” at an elevation of 5,485 feet. Both the pilot and passenger sustained no injuries, and the aircraft sustained minor damage limited to the left saddle assembly, left horizontal stabilizer, and left wingtip. No pre- or post-impact fire was observed.

Probable cause

During the landing roll, the left hand saddle assembly failed due to multiple fractures under multiple loading conditions, resulting in the left undercarriage collapsing and the aircraft veering off the active runway.
Structural failure

Frequently asked questions

What happened in the 29 Jun 2017 Cessna 210A accident near Intersection of runway 29 and 35 at FAGM, ZA?

A Cessna 210A veered off the runway at Rand Airport on 29 June 2017 after its left main landing gear collapsed during the landing roll. The aircraft sustained minor damage, and both occupants were uninjured.

Were there any fatalities in the 29 Jun 2017 Cessna 210A accident?

No fatalities were recorded in this accident.

What aircraft was involved and where did it happen?

The accident on 29 Jun 2017 involved a Cessna 210A, registration ZS-SOK, at Intersection of runway 29 and 35 at FAGM, ZA.

What was the probable cause of the accident?

During the landing roll, the left hand saddle assembly failed due to multiple fractures under multiple loading conditions, resulting in the left undercarriage collapsing and the aircraft veering off the active runway.

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