Aviation Accident Summaries

Aviation Accident Summary CEN12CA089

Branson, MO, USA

Aircraft #1

N42206

CESSNA 182L

Analysis

According to a local airport representative, witnesses (local fixed based operator personnel) observed the airplane on the downwind leg of the traffic pattern and noticed that it was approximately 50 to 70 feet above the trees. During final approach, the airplane descended well below the normal visual approach path and then touched down on the runway. After touchdown, the airplane began to bounce and porpoise. The airplane then became stable on the landing gear and taxied to the ramp. The witnesses noticed that the airplane's nose wheel was bent forward, and, after further inspection, it was determined that the firewall was bent. The pilot reported that the airplane experienced a hard landing.

Factual Information

According to a local airport manager, witnesses (local fixed based operator personnel) observed the airplane on the downwind leg of the traffic pattern and noticed the airplane was approximately 50 to 70 feet above the trees. During final approach, the airplane descended well below the normal visual approach path and then touched down on the runway. After touchdown, the airplane began to bounce and porpoise. The airplane then became stable on the landing gear and taxied into the ramp. The witnesses noticed that the airplane's nose wheel was bent forward and after further inspection, it was determined the firewall was bent. The pilot reported the airplane experienced a hard landing.

Probable Cause and Findings

The pilot's improper landing flare and inadequate recovery from a bounced landing.

 

Source: NTSB Aviation Accident Database

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