Aviation Accident Summaries

Aviation Accident Summary ERA09CA321

Zebulon, NC, USA

Aircraft #1

N7614U

CESSNA 150M

Analysis

The pilot stated that during landing he “experienced a prodigious bounce” and lost control. During the landing sequence the airplane landed hard, which resulted in the collapse of the main landing gear, damage to the fuselage, propeller, and wing. He reported the wind as calm at the time of the accident. The pilot stated that there were no mechanical failures or malfunctions to the airplane or any of its systems prior to the accident.

Factual Information

The pilot stated that during landing, he “experienced a prodigious bounce” and lost control. During the landing sequence the airplane landed hard, which resulted in the collapse of the main landing gear, damage to the fuselage, propeller, and wing. He reported the wind as calm at the time of the accident. The pilot stated there were no mechanical failures or malfunctions to the airplane or any of its systems prior to the accident.

Probable Cause and Findings

The pilot’s failure to maintain directional control of the airplane during landing.

 

Source: NTSB Aviation Accident Database

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