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November 29, 2008 · Cessna 172 P · N98774
Sedona, AZ
Overview
Report Status
Final with probable cause
Event Type
Accident
Date
November 29, 2008
Injury Outcomes
No injuries (2 uninjured)
Location
Sedona, AZ
Aircraft
Cessna 172 P
Tail Number
N98774
Operator
Falcon Executive Aviation
Injuries
None
Aircraft Damage
Substantial
NTSB Number
WPR09CA053
The pilot reported that his landing approach was fast, and that the airplane ballooned, and then bounced twice during the touchdown. The propeller and firewall were damaged, and the belly skin was wrinkled.
NTSB Probable Cause
Aircraft-Aircraft oper/perf/capability-Performance/control parameters-Landing flare-Not attained/maintained - C
Full Narrative
The pilot reported that his landing approach was fast, and the airplane ballooned and bounced twice during the touchdown. The propeller was damaged, and the firewall and belly skin were wrinkled.
Flight
Event TypeAccident
Event Time12:15 MST
Nearest AirportSEDONA (0nm)
Runway03
Runway Length5129 ft
Runway Width100 ft
Flight Plan FiledNone
Aircraft FireNo
Aircraft ExplosionNo
Aircraft
AircraftCessna 172 P
Tail NumberN98774
Aircraft CategoryAir
DamageSubstantial
OperatorFalcon Executive Aviation
Operating RulePart 91
Engines1
Engine TypeReciprocating
Engine DetailsLycoming · O-320 · Reciprocating · 160
Seats4
People & Injuries
Injury SummaryNo injuries (2 uninjured)
Fatal0
Serious0
Minor0
Uninjured2
Total2
Crew 1Age 64 · Third Class · None
Conditions
ConditionsVMC
LightDaylight
Wind60° @ 16 kt, gusting 23 kt
Visibility10 sm
CeilingNone
Temperature / Dew Point48 / 27 C
Altimeter30.15 inHg
Observation Time17:56
Weather SourceWFAC