Aviation Accident Summaries

Aviation Accident Summary GAA17CA409

Spicewood, TX, USA

Aircraft #1

N108SR

PROGRESSIVE AERODYNE INC SEAREY LSA

Analysis

The pilot of the amphibious, float-equipped airplane reported that he failed to retract the landing gear before landing on water. The fuselage sustained substantial damage. The pilot reported that there were no preaccident mechanical failures or malfunctions with the airplane that would have precluded normal operation.

Factual Information

The pilot of an amphibious float-equipped airplane reported that he had failed to retract the landing gear before landing on water. The fuselage sustained substantial damage. The pilot reported that there were no preaccident mechanical failures or malfunctions with the airplane that would have precluded normal operation.

Probable Cause and Findings

The pilot’s failure to retract the landing gear before landing on water.

 

Source: NTSB Aviation Accident Database

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