N7935Q

Substantial
None

Cessna 310QS/N: 310Q-0667

Accident Details

Date
Friday, April 11, 2008
NTSB Number
DFW08CA099
Location
Roswell, NM
Event ID
20080528X00734
Coordinates
33.301387, -104.530555
Aircraft Damage
Substantial
Highest Injury
None
Fatalities
0
Serious Injuries
0
Minor Injuries
0
Uninjured
1
Total Aboard
1

Probable Cause and Findings

The airframe and powerplant mechanic's incorrect reassembly of the landing gear.

Aircraft Information

Registration
Make
CESSNA
Serial Number
310Q-0667
Engine Type
Reciprocating
Model / ICAO
310QC310
Aircraft Type
Fixed Wing Multi Engine
No. of Engines
2
Seats
6
FAA Model
310Q

Registered Owner (Current)

Name
HAWKINS JUSTIN
Address
3836 TAMMY CT
City
LOS LUNAS
State / Zip Code
NM 87031-6762
Country
United States

Analysis

The pilot initiated a left turn while taxiing to the parking area, when the right main landing gear collapsed, resulting in substantial damage to the aircraft's right wing and horizontal stabilizer. The pilot, sole occupant was not injured. A Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) inspector conducted an on scene investigation and determined that the landing gear was not properly reassembled after maintenance was performed. The certified airframe and powerplant mechanic left out a bushing on the right main landing gear side link lower attach point. The incorrect reassembly allowed the down-lock tension to fall below allowable limits during subsequent cycles of the landing gear system, resulting in the gear collapse.

Data Source

Data provided by the National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB). For more information on this event, visit the NTSB Records Search website. NTSB# DFW08CA099