Accident Details
Date
Sunday, July 1, 2012
NTSB Number
CEN12CA406
Location
Watertown, WI
Event ID
20120701X23507
Coordinates
43.169445, -88.723052
Aircraft Damage
Substantial
Highest Injury
None
Fatalities
0
Serious Injuries
0
Minor Injuries
0
Uninjured
1
Total Aboard
1
Probable Cause and Findings
The pilot’s failure to extend the landing gear before landing.
Aircraft Information
Registration
N6580P
Make
PIPER
Serial Number
24-1702
Engine Type
Reciprocating
Registered Owner (Historical)
Name
SIXTY SIX WHISKEY CORP
Address
1613 LINDSAY WAY
Status
Deregistered
City
WAUKESHA
State / Zip Code
WI 53186-0303
Country
United States
Analysis
According to the pilot, he forgot to extend the landing gear, prior to landing on the runway. The airplane touched down and slid to a stop. Following the landing, a postimpact fire ensued, resulting in substantial damage to the airplane. No preaccident mechanical malfunctions or failures were found that would have precluded normal operation.
Data Source
Data provided by the National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB). For more information on this event, visit the NTSB Records Search website. NTSB# CEN12CA406