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May 3, 1996 · Piper PA-38 · N2364N
Layfayette, IN
Overview
Report Status
Final with probable cause
Event Type
Accident
Date
May 3, 1996
Injury Outcomes
No injuries (1 uninjured)
Location
Layfayette, IN
Aircraft
Piper PA-38
Tail Number
N2364N
Injuries
None
Aircraft Damage
Substantial
NTSB Number
CHI96LA153
In her written statement, the pilot reported that she flew final approach at 70 knots, and when she landed the airplane, 'it bounced up to a considerable height.' During the recovery, she 'let it sink before flaring.' On the second touchdown, the nose gear collapsed. The propeller impacted the runway, and the nose of the airplane sustained substantial damage. Examination of the airplane revealed no evidence of preimpact mechanical malfunction.
NTSB Probable Cause
the pilot's improper flare and improper recovery from a bounced landing.
Full Narrative
On May 3, 1996, at 1748 eastern standard time, a Piper PA-38, N2364N, registered to Lafayette Aviation, was substantially damaged during landing in Lafayette, Indiana. The solo student pilot reported no injuries. The local, instructional flight was conducted under 14 CFR Part 91. Visual meteorological conditions prevailed and no flight plan was filed. In her written statement, the pilot reported that she flew final approach at 70 knots and when she landed the airplane "it bounced up to a considerable height." During the recovery she "let it sink before flaring." On the second touchdown, the nose gear collapsed. The propeller impacted the runway and the nose of the airplane sustained substantial damage. Examination of the airplane revealed no evidence of preimpact mechanical malfunction.
Flight
Event TypeAccident
Event Time18:58 EDT
Nearest AirportPurdue University (0nm)
Runway23
Runway Length3900 ft
Runway Width100 ft
Flight Plan FiledNone
Aircraft FireNo
Aircraft ExplosionNo
Aircraft
AircraftPiper PA-38
Tail NumberN2364N
Aircraft CategoryAir
DamageSubstantial
Operating RulePart 91
Engines1
Engine TypeReciprocating
Engine DetailsLycoming · O-235 · Reciprocating · 112
Seats1
People & Injuries
Injury SummaryNo injuries (1 uninjured)
Fatal0
Serious0
Minor0
Uninjured1
Total1
Crew 1Age 18 · Third Class
Conditions
ConditionsVMC
LightDaylight
Wind270° @ 5 kt
Visibility7 sm
CeilingOvercast 12000 ft
Temperature / Dew Point70 F / 45 C
Altimeter29.00 inHg
Observation Time22:48
Weather SourceWFAC