Cessna 310R, G-BGTT, 1 February 2011

From:
Air Accidents Investigation Branch
Published
10 December 2014
Category:
Commercial - fixed wing
Report type:
Bulletin - Correspondence investigation
Date of occurrence:
1 February 2011
Aircraft type:
Cessna 310R
Location:
Jersey Airport
Registration:
G-BGTT

Cessna 310R, G-BGTT

Summary:

The pilot experienced difficulties with radio communications during the flight and was forced to divert to Jersey due to poor weather at his intended destination of Guernsey. The left landing gear collapsed during the landing at Jersey. It was determined that the aircraft had been unused for an extended period prior to the flight and that the landing gear pivot bearings were lacking in lubrication.

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Published 10 December 2014