Bonanza 36
Flight Crew Instrument; Flight Crew Private
Flight Crew Last 90 Days 15; Flight Crew Total 2320; Flight Crew Type 2320
Human-Machine Interface; Training / Qualification
Aircraft Equipment Problem Critical; Ground Event / Encounter Ground Strike - Aircraft
Aircraft Aircraft Damaged; Flight Crew Landed in Emergency Condition; General Declared Emergency
Aircraft; Human Factors
I was at 8;000 FT on an IFR flight plan. After being given vectors around a hot area; I lost all electrical power suddenly. I had a hand-held radio; called Tower and declared an emergency. I manually counter-clockwise cranked the gear down because I had no power. With no green lights I could not verify down and locked gear and gear collapsed on landing. I don't know how this could have been avoided as the aircraft is meticulously maintained.
BE36 pilot reports electrical failure at 8;000 FT on an IFR flight plan. The reporter diverts to a suitable airport using a hand held VHF. The gear is manually cranked down; but collapses upon landing.