Cessna 340 — Maintenance Manual

This document is an accident report concerning the Cessna 340A, specifically detailing an incident that occurred on July 15, 2011. The report outlines the circumstances surrounding the landing gear collapse during landing, which resulted in damage to the aircraft. It provides a comprehensive analysis of the maintenance history, the condition of the aircraft prior to the incident, and the investigation findings. The report is intended for aviation professionals, including maintenance personnel and safety investigators, to understand the factors leading to the accident and to prevent similar occurrences in the future.

• Cessna 340A maximum landing weight: 2,719 kg
• Estimated landing weight during incident: 2,418 kg
• Maximum demonstrated crosswind component: 23 knots
• Landing gear maintenance procedure includes 76 tasks
• Breakout force for downlock links should be between 40 and 50 lbf