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Accident quick facts
| Accident date | 2026-10-06 |
|---|---|
| Local time | 11:45 |
| Location | Piedmont Triad International Airport, Greensboro, North Carolina |
| Aircraft | Mooney M20C |
| People on board | 1 |
| Reported injuries | None reported |
| Report status | Investigation Ongoing |
What happened
On October 6, 2026, a Mooney M20C aircraft landed with its landing gear retracted at Piedmont Triad International Airport in Greensboro, North Carolina. The incident caused damage to the aircraft but no injuries were reported.
Aircraft and flight information
The aircraft was a Mooney M20C, a single-engine piston aircraft. Only the pilot was on board at the time of the gear-up landing. Details on the flight origin and destination have not been disclosed.
Emergency response
Airport emergency services responded to the incident. No injuries were reported and the pilot was unharmed.
Investigation status
The Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) is investigating the gear-up landing incident. Further updates will be provided as the investigation progresses.
What officials and reports have confirmed
Accident and investigation timeline
- 2026-10-06 11:45: Mooney M20C landed gear-up at Piedmont Triad International Airport, Greensboro, NC. [1]
What remains unknown
- Cause of the gear-up landing
- Flight origin and destination
Investigating agencies: FAA.
