Aviation Accident Summaries

Aviation Accident Summary CHI06CA003

Rolla, MO, USA

Aircraft #1

N701PR

DallMeyer Zenith CH-701

Analysis

The airplane was substantially damaged when the nose gear collapsed on landing. The pilot reported the accident occurred on the first landing during the airplane's first flight. He stated he misjudged the amount of power required during the landing flare and the airplane settled to the runway nose first. The nose gear collapsed which resulted in damage to the firewall.

Factual Information

This report is based on information received by the NTSB. Additional details may be found in the NTSB's public docket for this case. For further information, please contact the NTSB Office of Public Inquires.

Probable Cause and Findings

The pilot misjudged the power required during the landing flare which resulted in a hard landing on the nose wheel. A factor associated with the accident was the pilot's lack of experience in the airplane.

 

Source: NTSB Aviation Accident Database

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