Aviation Accident Summaries

Aviation Accident Summary MIA08CA111

Kissimmee, FL, USA

Aircraft #1

N716SP

Cessna 172S

Analysis

The pilot stated that the accident occurred during his 5th touch-and-go landing. While on final approach, he reduced power and the airplane stalled then landed hard. He taxied to the ramp, secured the airplane, and notified his flight instructor of the occurrence. Damage to the firewall, belly, and cockpit floor was noted.

Factual Information

The pilot stated that the accident occurred during his 5th touch-and-go landing. While on final approach, he reduced power and the airplane "...suddenly dropped down leading to [a] hard landing...." He taxied to the ramp where he secured the airplane. During his walk around, he noticed damage to the propeller and contacted his flight instructor. Examination of the airplane by a Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) airworthiness inspector revealed damage to the firewall, belly, and cockpit floor.

Probable Cause and Findings

The pilot's improper landing flare.

 

Source: NTSB Aviation Accident Database

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