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September 28, 2011 · Piper PA-28RT-201 · N8056B

Chandler, AZ

Overview

Report Status
Final with probable cause
Event Type
Accident
Date
September 28, 2011
Injury Outcomes
No injuries (2 uninjured)
Location
Chandler, AZ
Aircraft
Piper PA-28RT-201
Tail Number
N8056B
Operator
Chandler Air Service
Injuries
None
Aircraft Damage
Substantial
NTSB Number
WPR11CA470

While on the downwind leg of the traffic pattern, the certified flight instructor (CFI) and pilot-undergoing-instruction (PUI) completed the landing checklist, but delayed the landing gear extension because they were conducting a 180-degree power-off approach. On final approach, as they were preparing to extend the landing gear, the air traffic controller told them to conduct a go-around because the landing gear was not extended. They extended the landing gear, and the CFI verified three green lights. He then requested permission to land and the tower controller cleared the airplane to land. As the airplane approached the runway, a high sink rate developed. The CFI told the PUI to add power, and the CFI simultaneously started to move the throttle control forward. The CFI said that his hand slipped past the PUI's hand, and he reached again to push the throttle forward when the airplane touched down hard on the runway. They aborted the landing, conducted a low approach to verify the position of the landing gear, and landed uneventfully. A postaccident examination revealed rib damage to the left wing. The CFI 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-Descent/approach/glide path-Not attained/maintained - C

Full Narrative

The certified flight instructor (CFI) submitted a written statement. He was preparing the commercial pilot-undergoing-instruction (PUI) for her CFI certificate. The purpose of the flight was to work on commercial-level takeoff and landing requirements. After departing, they entered the airport traffic pattern. While on the downwind leg of the traffic pattern, they completed the landing checklist but delayed the landing gear extension because they intended on conducting a 180-degree power off approach. On final approach as they were preparing to extend the landing gear, the air traffic control tower controller told them to conduct a go-around because the landing gear was not extended. They extended the landing gear and the CFI verified three green lights. He then requested permission to land and the tower controller cleared the airplane to land. As the airplane approached the runway, a high sink rate had developed. The CFI told the PUI to add power while simultaneously starting to move the throttle control forward. The CFI indicated that his hand slipped past the PUI's hand, and he reached again to push the throttle forward when the airplane touched down hard on the runway. They aborted the landing and after conducting a low approach to verify the position of the landing gear, they landed uneventfully. A post accident examination revealed rib damage to the left wing. The CFI reported no preimpact mechanical malfunctions or failures with the airplane that would have precluded normal operation.

Flight

Event TypeAccident
Event Time11:11 MST
Nearest AirportChandler Municipal Airport (0nm)
Runway04L
Runway Length4870 ft
Runway Width75 ft
Flight Plan FiledNone
Aircraft FireNo
Aircraft ExplosionNo

Aircraft

AircraftPiper PA-28RT-201
Tail NumberN8056B
Aircraft CategoryAir
DamageSubstantial
OperatorChandler Air Service
Operating RulePart 91
Engines1
Engine TypeReciprocating
Engine DetailsLycoming · IO-360-C1C6 · Reciprocating · 200
Seats4

People & Injuries

Injury SummaryNo injuries (2 uninjured)
Fatal0
Serious0
Minor0
Uninjured2
Total2
Crew 1Age 54 · Second Class · None
Crew 2Age 35 · First Class · None

Conditions

ConditionsVMC
LightDaylight
Wind3 kt
Visibility30 sm
CeilingNone
Temperature / Dew Point50
Altimeter30.00 inHg
Observation Time17:47
Weather SourceWFAC

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