Aircraft collision with runway and subsequent fire

No fatalities • Lawrenceville-Gwinett County-Briscoe, United States of America • Landing (descent or approach)

An aircraft sustained a landing gear collapse and caught fire after striking the runway during an instrument approach.

What happened

During an instrument approach to runway 25, the aircraft struck the runway surface, resulting in the collapse of the right main landing gear. Following the impact, the aircraft caught fire. The pilot and a passenger were able to evacuate the aircraft safely before the fire intensified.

Findings

An investigation into the wreckage revealed that both the left and right engine fuel controls were positioned in a low power setting at the time of the accident. Additionally, the propeller controls for both engines were found set to 30 degrees. Prior to the collision, the pilot had not communicated any issues regarding mechanical failures or problems with the flight controls.

Probable cause

The aircraft struck the runway during an instrument approach, leading to a landing gear collapse and a post-impact fire.

Frequently asked questions

What happened in the 2005-04-26 Swearingen SA26T Merlin II accident near Lawrenceville-Gwinett County-Briscoe, United States of America?

An aircraft sustained a landing gear collapse and caught fire after striking the runway during an instrument approach.

Were there any fatalities in the 2005-04-26 Swearingen SA26T Merlin II accident?

No fatalities were recorded in this accident.

What aircraft was involved and where did it happen?

The accident on 2005-04-26 involved a Swearingen SA26T Merlin II, registration N50KV, operated by Southland Leasing Company, at Lawrenceville-Gwinett County-Briscoe, United States of America.

What was the probable cause of the accident?

The aircraft struck the runway during an instrument approach, leading to a landing gear collapse and a post-impact fire.

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