Overview

• The 2021 Hatz Bantam biplane’s right landing gear collapsed on touchdown at Sandusky County Regional Airport, sending the aircraft off the southern runway Tuesday evening around 6:45 p.m.
• Pilot Karl Honsperger, 78, of Fremont, was the sole occupant and walked away uninjured after being secured with a harness and wearing eye goggles.
• The Ohio State Highway Patrol, FAA and NTSB have launched a joint probe but have not yet determined a probable cause for the collapse.
• Officials confirmed no fuel or hazardous-material leaks at the scene and said they do not suspect pilot impairment.
• Investigators will review maintenance records and operational procedures as part of standard mechanical failure examinations.