Aviation Accident Summaries

Aviation Accident Summary CEN14CA335

Holland, MI, USA

Aircraft #1

N19992

CESSNA 172M

Analysis

Same as Factual Information

Factual Information

While landing in variable wind conditions, the airplane touched down hard, and bounced. The airplane departed the side of the runway and came to rest in a grassy area. During the runway excursion, the left main landing gear buckled and damage was sustained to the empennage. The circumstances of the accident are consistent with a loss of control following a hard landing.

Probable Cause and Findings

The pilot's improper recovery from a bounced landing resulting in a loss of directional control.

 

Source: NTSB Aviation Accident Database

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