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November 18, 2007 · Cessna 172 · N5803A
Mckinnon, TN
Overview
Report Status
Final with probable cause
Event Type
Accident
Date
November 18, 2007
Injury Outcomes
No injuries (4 uninjured)
Location
Mckinnon, TN
Aircraft
Cessna 172
Tail Number
N5803A
Operator
Jerry Whitehead
Injuries
None
Aircraft Damage
Substantial
NTSB Number
MIA08CA018
The pilot stated that the airplane's approach was a little high for runway 8. The airplane was traveling about 70 mph when it touchdown on the runway. A gust of wind lifted the airplane. When the airplane touchdown a second time, there was little runway remaining. He considered executing a go around but saw the power lines beyond the runway and wasn't sure the airplane could clear them. He elected to cut engine power and stop; more so, to utilize the overrun grass area past the end of the runway if needed. Approximately 100 feet into the overrun area, the airplane nosed into a large ditch and flipped onto its back. The pilot stated there were no mechanical failures or malfunctions to the airplane or any of its systems prior to the accident.
NTSB Probable Cause
The pilot's failure to perform a go around.
Full Narrative
The pilot stated the airplane's approach was a little high for runway 8. The airplane was traveling about 70 mph when it touchdown on the runway. A gust of wind lifted the airplane. When the airplane touchdown back down on the ground, little runway distance remained. He considered executing a go around but saw the power lines beyond the runway and wasn't sure the airplane could clear them. He elected to cut engine power and stop; more so, to utilize the overrun grass area past the end of the runway if needed. Approximately 100 feet into the overrun area, the airplane nosed into a large ditch and flipped onto its back. The pilot stated there were no mechanical failures or malfunctions to the airplane or any of its systems prior to the accident.
Flight
Event TypeAccident
Event Time12:15 CST
Nearest AirportHouston County (0nm)
Runway8
Runway Length3000 ft
Runway Width75 ft
Flight Plan FiledNone
Aircraft FireNo
Aircraft
AircraftCessna 172
Tail NumberN5803A
Aircraft CategoryAir
DamageSubstantial
OperatorJerry Whitehead
Operating RulePart 91
Engines1
Engine TypeReciprocating
Engine DetailsContinental · O-300 · Reciprocating
People & Injuries
Injury SummaryNo injuries (4 uninjured)
Fatal0
Serious0
Minor0
Uninjured4
Total4
Crew 1Age 63 · Third Class
Conditions
ConditionsVMC
LightDaylight
Wind150° @ 5 kt
Visibility10 sm
CeilingBroken clouds 20000 ft
Temperature / Dew Point63 F / 45 C
Altimeter30.17 inHg
Observation Time13:55
Weather SourceWFAC