Final None Oct 31, 2025

N222FT accident at Dayton, TN

Consolidated Vultee 28-5ACF — Sys/Comp malf/fail (non-power) at 2A0 (Dayton, TN)

DateOct 31, 2025
Tail numberN222FT
AircraftConsolidated 28-5ACF · Consolidated Catalina · CAT
Location2A0 — Dayton, TN
Phase of flightLanding
OperationPart 91 Flight test
InjuriesNone
NTSB caseERA26LA028

Probable cause

The collapse of the left main landing gear due to the fatigue fracture of the lower landing gear actuator bolt.

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