Piper Arrow PA28R-200: Landing gear malfunction, Lubbock Texas

 

"Upon rotating the aircraft off the runway, the landing gear raised itself with the gear handle in the down position. The transit light remained on and I did not have any green lights illuminated. After climbing to some altitude I let departure know I wanted to return to land. The hydraulic circuit breaker popped, and I was able to manually drop the gear by releasing the hydraulic pressure in the lines holding the gear up. After that I had three green lights and I also felt the gear fall down and lock. I did one low approach and then a full stop landing. Air traffic control was a great help. I'm glad we have great controllers to help us when we're in trouble."  By jlbryan2088