AAIB investigation to Cessna Citation 560XL, EC-KPB
Nosewheel detached whilst taxiing, RAF Northolt, South Ruislip, Middlesex, 1 June 2022.
Summary:
Whilst taxiing, after landing, the nose landing gear wheel detached from the aircraft. Assessment of the wheel assembly identified that one of the conical bearings within the axle assembly had failed, most likely as a result of corrosion. The cause of the onset of corrosion could not be determined.
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Published 8 June 2023