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April 9, 2026 · NTSB CEN26LA166 · DIAMOND AIRCRAFT IND GMBH DA 42 NG (N311LH)
Minor/None
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NTSB Narrative

Maintenance personnel's installation of an oversized tire, which prevented the left main landing gear from extending resulting in a precautionary gear up landing.

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NTSB Findings

  • Aircraft-Aircraft systems-Landing gear system-Tire casing-Incorrect service/maintenance
  • Aircraft-Aircraft systems-Landing gear system-(general)-Malfunction

Details

NTSB ReportCEN26LA166
AircraftDIAMOND AIRCRAFT IND GMBH DA 42 NG
RegistrationN311LH
DamageSUBS
FAR Part091
Location38.8194, -104.7106
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