Aviation Accident Summaries

Aviation Accident Summary WPR14CA039

Upland, CA, USA

Aircraft #1

N400XW

YUNEEC YUNEEC

Analysis

Same as Factual Information

Factual Information

The pilot reported that during approach to land he flared too high. The airplane subsequently landed hard, which collapsed the left main landing gear and nose gear, and substantially damaged the left wing. The pilot reported no preaccident mechanical malfunctions or failures with the airplane that would have precluded normal operation.

Probable Cause and Findings

The pilot's improper flare, which resulted in a loss of aircraft control and hard landing.

 

Source: NTSB Aviation Accident Database

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