AAIB investigation to Pioneer 300, G-CEIX

Landing gear did not indicate down and locked and subsequently collapsed, Wellesbourne Mountford Airfield, Warwickshire, 6 September 2016.

From:
Air Accidents Investigation Branch
Published
9 March 2017
Category:
General aviation - fixed wing
Report type:
Bulletin - Correspondence investigation
Date of occurrence:
6 September 2016
Aircraft type:
Pioneer 300
Location:
Wellesbourne Mountford Airfield, Warwickshire
Registration:
G-CEIX

Summary:

The pilot reported a “jolt” during the takeoff roll and was subsequently unable to obtain a safe landing gear configuration when he arrived at his destination. He diverted to an airfield with a grass runway and emergency services and the landing gear collapsed on touchdown. Examination of the right main landing gear identified a structural failure and there was evidence that a crack had been progressing for some time.

The Light Aircraft Association is reviewing the landing gear maintenance procedures and inspection requirements for this aircraft type.

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