AAIB investigation to Piper PA-28R-200, G-EPTR

Landed with the undercarriage up, Perth Airport, 19 May 2023.

• From: Air Accidents Investigation Branch
• Published: 14 September 2023

• Category: General aviation - fixed wing
• Report type: Bulletin - Correspondence investigation
• Date of occurrence: 19 May 2023
• Aircraft type: Piper PA-28R-200
• Location: Perth Airport
• Registration: G-EPTR

Summary:

Due to distractions the crew of G-EPTR did not lower the landing gear on the downwind leg or conduct the final checks on approach. As a result, the aircraft landed with the landing gear up causing damage to the propeller, aircraft and engine, although there were no injuries to either occupant. Neither pilot heard or saw the gear warnings, and the automatic extension system fitted to the aircraft had been disabled by the selector being in override, as was customary on the aircraft.

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Published 14 September 2023