Aviation Accident Summaries

Aviation Accident Summary GAA15CA297

Spartanburg, SC, USA

Aircraft #1

N442DD

CZECH SPORT AIRCRAFT AS PIPER SPORT

Analysis

Same as Factual Information

Factual Information

The pilot reported that the airplane bounced during the touchdown. He reported that the airplane aerodynamically stalled after he attempted to recover from the bounce and the propeller impacted the ground. A postflight inspection revealed substantial damage to the firewall. The pilot reported there were no pre-impact mechanical failures or malfunctions with the airframe or engine that would have precluded normal operation.

Probable Cause and Findings

The pilot's failure to maintain pitch control during the landing which resulted in a bounced landing, and an aerodynamic stall during the attempted recovery.

 

Source: NTSB Aviation Accident Database

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