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April 28, 2011 · Cessna A185F · N2530S
Hot Springs, AR
Overview
Report Status
Final with probable cause
Event Type
Accident
Date
April 28, 2011
Injury Outcomes
No injuries (4 uninjured)
Location
Hot Springs, AR
Aircraft
Cessna A185F
Tail Number
N2530S
Operator
Ten South Skywagon
Injuries
None
Aircraft Damage
Substantial
NTSB Number
CEN11CA291
The pilot approached the runway for a full stop landing with the wing flaps fully extended. On touchdown the airplane bounced twice and the left wingtip impacted the runway. The pilot was able to regain control of the airplane and taxied to parking. The airplane’s left wing and aileron sustained substantial damage during the impact. Seven minutes before the accident, the automated weather observing system (AWOS) at the airport reported variable wind at 6 knots. The pilot reported that there were no mechanical malfunctions or failures with the airplane prior to the accident.
NTSB Probable Cause
Personnel issues-Action/decision-Action-Incorrect action selection-Pilot - C
Full Narrative
The pilot approached the runway for a full stop landing with the wing flaps fully extended. On touchdown the airplane bounced twice and the left wingtip impacted the runway. The pilot was able to regain control of the airplane and taxied to parking. The airplane’s left wing and aileron sustained substantial damage during the impact. Seven minutes before the accident, the automated weather observing system (AWOS) at the airport reported winds variable at 6 knots. The pilot reported that there were no mechanical malfunctions or failures with the airplane prior to the accident.
Flight
Event TypeAccident
Event Time17:00 CDT
Nearest AirportMemorial Field (0nm)
Runway23
Runway Length6595 ft
Runway Width150 ft
Flight Plan FiledUnknown
Aircraft FireNo
Aircraft ExplosionNo
Aircraft
AircraftCessna A185F
Tail NumberN2530S
Aircraft CategoryAir
DamageSubstantial
OperatorTen South Skywagon
Operating RulePart 91
Engines1
Engine TypeReciprocating
Engine DetailsCont Motor · IO 520 SERIES · Reciprocating · 285
Seats6
People & Injuries
Injury SummaryNo injuries (4 uninjured)
Fatal0
Serious0
Minor0
Uninjured4
Total4
Crew 1Age 68 · Second Class · None
Conditions
ConditionsVMC
LightDaylight
Wind6 kt
Visibility9 sm
CeilingNone
Temperature / Dew Point39 C
Altimeter30.04 inHg
Observation Time21:53
Weather SourceWFAC