Sep 5, 2002
Incident
Minor Minneapolis, MN
InjuriesNone
Phase of Flight-
ConditionsVMC
OperationFAR 121
Probable Cause
The improper installation of the #2 main landing gear wheel, including the axle nut not being properly torqued and safetied, which resulted in the wheel separation during takeoff.
NTSB CHI02IA270