Aviation Accident Summaries

Aviation Accident Summary GAA15CA058

Aircraft #1

N9853L

CESSNA 172P

Analysis

Same as Factual Information

Factual Information

The student pilot reported that during the landing flare, he landed hard. He reported that he performed a go-around and then landed without further incident. A post flight inspection revealed substantial damage to the firewall. The operator reported no pre-impact mechanical failures or malfunctions with the airframe or engine that would have precluded normal operation.

Probable Cause and Findings

The student pilot's failure to maintain pitch control, resulting in a hard landing.

 

Source: NTSB Aviation Accident Database

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