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November 3, 2008 · Cessna 152 · N47221
Spring, TX
Overview
Report Status
Final with probable cause
Event Type
Accident
Date
November 3, 2008
Injury Outcomes
No injuries (1 uninjured)
Location
Spring, TX
Aircraft
Cessna 152
Tail Number
N47221
Operator
Robert Watts
Injuries
None
Aircraft Damage
Substantial
NTSB Number
CEN09CA048
While performing a full-stop landing, the solo student pilot's improper flare resulted in a "bounced landing." During the recovery, the airplane began to porpoise. The airplane's third contact with the runway occurred in a nose-low attitude, collapsing the airplane's nose landing gear and damaging the airplane's firewall.
NTSB Probable Cause
Aircraft-Aircraft oper/perf/capability-Performance/control parameters-Landing flare-Incorrect use/operation - C
Full Narrative
While performing a full-stop landing, the solo student pilot's improper flare resulted in a "bounced landing." During the recovery, the airplane began to porpoise. The airplane's third contact with the runway occurred in a nose-low attitude, collapsing the airplane's nose landing gear. Damage was sustained to the airplane's firewall.
Flight
Event TypeAccident
Event Time11:20 CST
Nearest AirportDavid Wayne Hooks Memorial (0nm)
Runway17R
Runway Length7009 ft
Runway Width100 ft
Flight Plan FiledNone
Aircraft FireNo
Aircraft ExplosionNo
Aircraft
AircraftCessna 152
Tail NumberN47221
Aircraft CategoryAir
DamageSubstantial
OperatorRobert Watts
Operating RulePart 91
Engines1
Engine TypeReciprocating
Engine DetailsLycoming · 0-235 SERIES · Reciprocating · 115
Seats2
People & Injuries
Injury SummaryNo injuries (1 uninjured)
Fatal0
Serious0
Minor0
Uninjured1
Total1
Crew 1Age 22 · First Class · None
Conditions
ConditionsVMC
LightDaylight
Wind150° @ 6 kt
Visibility10 sm
CeilingNone
Temperature / Dew Point54
Altimeter30.19 inHg
Observation Time17:20
Weather SourceWFAC