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July 24, 2011 · Cessna R172K · N758TT
Sandy, OR
Overview
Report Status
Final with probable cause
Event Type
Accident
Date
July 24, 2011
Injury Outcomes
No injuries (2 uninjured)
Location
Sandy, OR
Aircraft
Cessna R172K
Tail Number
N758TT
Operator
Paul Lawson
Injuries
None
Aircraft Damage
Substantial
NTSB Number
WPR11CA368
The pilot was landing on a turf airstrip and had established a steep approach due to trees at the approach end of the runway. During the flare touchdown, the airplane landed hard on the nose gear, resulting in damage to the firewall. The pilot reported no preimpact mechanical malfunctions or failures with the airplane that would have precluded normal operation.
NTSB Probable Cause
Aircraft-Aircraft oper/perf/capability-Performance/control parameters-Landing flare-Not attained/maintained - C
Full Narrative
The pilot reported that he was landing on a turf airstrip when the accident occurred. Due to trees on the approach end of the runway, the airplane's approach angle was steep. During the flare, the airplane landed hard on the nose gear, resulting in damage to the firewall. The pilot reported no preimpact mechanical malfunctions or failures with the airplane that would have precluded normal operation. This accident was reported to the NTSB on August 4, 2011.
Flight
Event TypeAccident
Event Time10:00 PDT
Nearest AirportMckinnon Airpark (0nm)
Runway07
Runway Length3000 ft
Runway Width50 ft
Flight Plan FiledNone
Aircraft FireNo
Aircraft ExplosionNo
Aircraft
AircraftCessna R172K
Tail NumberN758TT
Aircraft CategoryAir
DamageSubstantial
OperatorPaul Lawson
Operating RulePart 91
Engines1
Engine TypeReciprocating
Engine DetailsCont Motor · IO-360-K · Reciprocating · 300
Seats4
People & Injuries
Injury SummaryNo injuries (2 uninjured)
Fatal0
Serious0
Minor0
Uninjured2
Total2
Crew 1Age 71 · Third Class · None
Conditions
ConditionsVMC
LightDaylight
WindCalm
Visibility10 sm
CeilingNone
Temperature / Dew Point70 F / 55
Altimeter29.96 inHg
Observation Time16:55
Weather SourceWFAC