N2785K

Substantial
None

CESSNA 180KS/N: 18053067

Accident Details

Date
Saturday, June 26, 2010
NTSB Number
CEN10CA358
Location
Cahokia, IL
Event ID
20100629X53437
Coordinates
38.570556, -90.156112
Aircraft Damage
Substantial
Highest Injury
None
Fatalities
0
Serious Injuries
0
Minor Injuries
0
Uninjured
2
Total Aboard
2

Probable Cause and Findings

The fatigue failure of the axle's attaching bolts during landing.

Aircraft Information

Registration
Make
CESSNA
Serial Number
18053067
Engine Type
Reciprocating
Year Built
1979
Model / ICAO
180KC180
Aircraft Type
Fixed Wing Single Engine
No. of Engines
1
Seats
4
FAA Model
180K

Registered Owner (Current)

Name
PONTIAC FLYING LLC
Address
15801 E 2000 NORTH RD
City
PONTIAC
State / Zip Code
IL 61764-2956
Country
United States

Analysis

The pilot reported that he had a normal stabilized descent on approach and flared about 50 feet above the runway. He indicated he made a three-point touchdown. He said that during the roll the airplane tracked to the right and he applied left rudder. He stated that he heard a "bang" and the airplane moved abruptly and uncontrollably. The left wing and horizontal stabilizer sustained substantial damage when they contacted the runway. Examination of the airplane revealed that the left wheel and axle separated from its main landing gear. Two of the four bolts that attach the axle to the gear exhibited a separation consistent with fatigue.

Data Source

Data provided by the National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB). For more information on this event, visit the NTSB Records Search website. NTSB# CEN10CA358