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Old 02-22-2014, 07:35 AM
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Beechcraft 95 gear up landing Arlington,Tx - YouTube

There was a discussion some time ago on the forum about whether shutting down the engines and feathering the props was a smart thing to do if you were going to perform an intentional gear up landing. Here is example of an occurrence where it seems to have worked out.
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Old 02-22-2014, 07:43 AM
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I used to fly out of GKY this was pretty much a common occurrence for that flight school.
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I think I'd turn the master switch off in the flare too.
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Old 02-22-2014, 08:46 AM
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He did a great job on that. Looks like the fire guys might have wetted the runway (?). TravelAirs are very hard to find parts for, taking the trouble to do this landing carefully may have very well saved the airplane.
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Originally Posted by Cubdriver View Post
He did a great job on that. Looks like the fire guys might have wetted the runway (?). TravelAirs are very hard to find parts for, taking the trouble to do this landing carefully may have very well saved the airplane.
Almost looks like weather, with his nav lights on and the dark gray horizon around. Amazing how fast and smooth a plane stops sliding on its belly.

I witnessed a C310Q model doing the same approach, although it was just the nose gear that failed, both mains extended. Worked well except it had 3-blade props, one wasnt stopped all the way but faired better than had he left them running.
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Worth considering. Depends on the the type. On some types, it's not an option (e.g. L-188/P3). On others, it's pointless, even counterproductive (e.g. C-130). If the plane of the props is in line with the cabin or cockpit and could contact the ground, it could save lives. I wouldn't do it just to limit damage, though.
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Either way the pucker factor is in full force
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