Aviation Accident Summaries

Aviation Accident Summary WPR13CA271

Salmon, ID, USA

Aircraft #1

N6993N

CESSNA T210N

Analysis

Same as Factual Information

Factual Information

The pilot reported that during the landing rollout on the wet grass runway, the left main landing gear collapsed after it struck a mud hole. The pilot reported no preimpact mechanical malfunctions or failures with the airplane that would have precluded normal operation. The left elevator and horizontal stabilizer were substantially damaged.

Probable Cause and Findings

The pilot's decision to land on a wet grass airstrip, which resulted in a main landing gear collapse after a collision with rough terrain.

 

Source: NTSB Aviation Accident Database

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