CESSNA P210N near Bozeman, MT — 2015-06-13

Probable cause

The pilot's failure to complete the required before landing checks, resulting in the execution of a gear up landing causing substantial damage to the lower fuselage of the airplane.

NTSB narrative

The pilot of the retractable landing gear airplane reported he became preoccupied while in the traffic pattern and did not configure his landing gear to the down and locked position. The pilot landed the airplane with the landing gear stowed, resulting in substantial damage to the fuselage. The pilot reported no mechanical malfunctions or failures with the airplane prior to flight that would have precluded normal operation.

NTSB coding

• Landing gear not configured · Landing
• Checklist Use

Evidence available

• Photos
• 4 docket documents

Docket documents4

• Pilot/Operator Aircraft Accident Report, NTSB Form 6120.1form
• Memorandum For Record METAR KBZM (1500 MDT)other
• Photograph 1: Airplane Fuselage (Courtesy of FAA)photos
• Photograph 2: Airplane Fuselage Frame (Courtesy of FAA)photos

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