Cessna 421C Golden Eagle, G-HIJK, 16 May 2012

• From: Air Accidents Investigation Branch
• Published: 10 December 2014

• Category: Commercial - fixed wing
• Report type: Bulletin - Correspondence investigation
• Date of occurrence: 16 May 2012
• Aircraft type: Cessna 421C Golden Eagle
• Location: Bournemouth Airport
• Registration: G-HIJK

Cessna 421C Golden Eagle, G-HIJK

Summary:

Whilst landing at Bournemouth Airport, the pilot heard a whining sound followed by severe vibration and a swing to the left. He was unable to prevent the aircraft from leaving the paved surface, in the course of which the nose landing gear collapsed. The nosewheel tyre was found to have deflated.

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Cessna 421C Golden Eagle G-HIJK 08-12.pdf (898.11 kb)

Published 10 December 2014