Chopper 11 HD flew over the airport and watched as that single-turbo prop aircraft landed safely.
The crew reported a red light on the landing gear -- but was able to pump it manually and the gear came down -- making for a safe landing.
In the tower conversation, the pilot is heard saying "I think our basketball program got into our gear."
UNC has an 8-9 record so far this year and is dead last in the 15-team Atlantic Coast Conference standings.