Citation CJ2 — Cessna Aircraft Company Citation CJ2

This document is a safety investigation report concerning a serious incident involving the Cessna 525A Citation CJ2, registered F-HMSG, which occurred on October 28, 2023, at Paris - Le Bourget airport. The report details the events leading up to the incident, including a malfunction of the nose landing gear during takeoff and the subsequent emergency procedures followed by the flight crew. It provides insights into the crew's experience, the aircraft's maintenance history, and the actions taken during the incident. The report aims to analyze the factors contributing to the incident and to improve safety protocols for future operations.

• The incident involved a Cessna 525A Citation CJ2 with a malfunctioning nose landing gear during takeoff.
• The crew followed emergency procedures but could not extend the nose landing gear before landing.
• The aircraft had undergone maintenance just prior to the incident, which included work on the landing gear.
• The captain had approximately 5,800 flight hours, with significant experience on the Citation CJ2.
• The landing was executed safely, with the main landing gear touching down first.