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November 22, 2009 · Cessna 305A · N1172D
Rochester, IN
Overview
Report Status
Final with probable cause
Event Type
Accident
Date
November 22, 2009
Injury Outcomes
No injuries (2 uninjured)
Location
Rochester, IN
Aircraft
Cessna 305A
Tail Number
N1172D
Injuries
None
Aircraft Damage
Substantial
NTSB Number
CEN10CA061
The pilot reported that the accident occurred while he was landing the airplane. He stated that he flared and the stall warning system activated. The airplane then bounced upon touchdown. He stated that he lost directional control and the airplane started going to the left. He attempted to correct using right rudder, but the airplane continued to the left and went off the runway. The right main landing gear was separated from the airplane. The airplane also suffered damage to the right wing, right elevator, fuselage, propeller, and cowl. The pilot stated that there was no mechanical problems with the airplane prior to the accident.
NTSB Probable Cause
Aircraft-Aircraft oper/perf/capability-Performance/control parameters-Directional control-Not attained/maintained - C
Full Narrative
The pilot reported that the accident occurred while he was landing the airplane. He stated that he flared and the stall warning system activated. The airplane then dropped from about 6 to 12 inches above the runway surface and bounced. He stated that when the airplane came back down he lost directional control and the airplane started going to the left. He stated that he attempted to correct using right rudder, but the airplane continued to the left and went off the runway. The right main landing gear was separated from the airplane. The airplane also suffered damage to the right wing, right elevator, fuselage, propeller, and cowl. The pilot listed no mechanical problems with the airplane that existed prior to the accident.
Flight
Event TypeAccident
Event Time09:10 EST
Nearest AirportFulton County Airport (0nm)
Runway29
Runway Length5001 ft
Runway Width75 ft
Flight Plan FiledNone
Aircraft FireNo
Aircraft ExplosionNo
Aircraft
AircraftCessna 305A
Tail NumberN1172D
Aircraft CategoryAir
DamageSubstantial
Operating RulePart 91
Engines1
Engine TypeReciprocating
Engine DetailsCont Motor · O-470 SERIES · Reciprocating · 230
Seats2
People & Injuries
Injury SummaryNo injuries (2 uninjured)
Fatal0
Serious0
Minor0
Uninjured2
Total2
Crew 1Age 52 · Third Class · None
Conditions
ConditionsVMC
LightDaylight
Wind110° @ 2 kt
Visibility5 sm
CeilingNone
Temperature / Dew Point0 C / 0 C
Altimeter0
Observation Time13:40
Weather SourcePILO