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January 26, 2008 · Cessna 172S · N65329
Westiminster, MD
Overview
Report Status
Final with probable cause
Event Type
Accident
Date
January 26, 2008
Injury Outcomes
No injuries (1 uninjured)
Location
Westiminster, MD
Aircraft
Cessna 172S
Tail Number
N65329
Operator
American Pilot Services
Injuries
None
Aircraft Damage
Substantial
NTSB Number
MIA08CA068
The student pilot stated he was in left closed traffic for landing. He flared the airplane high, landed hard, and the airplane began to porpoise down the runway. The propeller collided with the runway and the firewall was buckled. The student pilot reported no mechanical problems with the airplane.
NTSB Probable Cause
Aircraft-Aircraft oper/perf/capability-Performance/control parameters-Landing flare-Incorrect use/operation - C
Full Narrative
The student pilot stated he was in left closed traffic for landing. He flared the airplane high, landed hard, and the airplane began to porpoise down the runway. The propeller collided with the runway and the firewall was buckled. This accident was reported late to the NTSB on February 29, 2008.
Flight
Event TypeAccident
Event Time13:00 EST
Nearest AirportCarroll County Regional (0nm)
Runway34
Runway Length5100 ft
Runway Width100 ft
Flight Plan FiledNone
Flight Plan ActivatedNo
Aircraft FireNo
Aircraft ExplosionNo
Aircraft
AircraftCessna 172S
Tail NumberN65329
Aircraft CategoryAir
DamageSubstantial
OperatorAmerican Pilot Services
Operating RulePart 91
Engines1
Engine TypeReciprocating
Engine DetailsLycoming · IO-360-L2A · Reciprocating · 180
Seats4
People & Injuries
Injury SummaryNo injuries (1 uninjured)
Fatal0
Serious0
Minor0
Uninjured1
Total1
Crew 1Age 57 · Third Class · Minor
Conditions
ConditionsVMC
LightDaylight
Wind70° @ 5 kt
Visibility10 sm
CeilingOvercast 8500 ft
Temperature / Dew Point39 C / 54
Altimeter30.21 inHg
Observation Time17:54
Weather SourceWFAC