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September 30, 2011 · Cessna 172S · N11019
Westminster, MD
Overview
Report Status
Final with probable cause
Event Type
Accident
Date
September 30, 2011
Injury Outcomes
No injuries (2 uninjured)
Location
Westminster, MD
Aircraft
Cessna 172S
Tail Number
N11019
Operator
Frederick Flight Center
Injuries
None
Aircraft Damage
Substantial
NTSB Number
ERA11CA516
The pilot stated that, during approach for landing on the 1,840-foot-long runway, the airplane's airspeed was higher than recommended for a short-field landing. He stated that, after the first touchdown, the airplane bounced and floated, then it touched down on the runway a second time and bounced again. The third touchdown was "firm," the airplane became airborne, and the pilot elected to conduct a go-around. The pilot returned to his airport of origin, and postflight examinations revealed damage to one propeller blade and substantial damage to the engine firewall. The pilot reported that there were no preaccident mechanical malfunctions or anomalies with the airplane.
NTSB Probable Cause
The pilot's inadequate recovery from a bounced landing, which resulted in a loss of airplane control. Contributing to the accident was the pilot's improper approach airspeed for a short-field landing.
Full Narrative
The pilot stated that during approach for landing at the 1,840-foot-long runway, the airplane's airspeed was higher than recommended for a short field landing. He stated that after the first touchdown, the airplane bounced and floated, then touched down on the runway a second time and bounced again. The third touchdown was "firm," the airplane became airborne, and the pilot elected to conduct a go-around. The pilot returned to his airport of origin, and postflight inspection revealed damage to one propeller blade. Further inspection revealed substantial damage to the engine firewall. The pilot reported there were no mechanical malfunctions or anomalies with the airplane.
Flight
Event TypeAccident
Event Time08:00 EDT
Nearest AirportClearview Airpark (0nm)
Runway14
Runway Length1840 ft
Runway Width30 ft
Flight Plan FiledNone
Aircraft FireNo
Aircraft ExplosionNo
Aircraft
AircraftCessna 172S
Tail NumberN11019
Aircraft CategoryAir
DamageSubstantial
OperatorFrederick Flight Center
Operating RulePart 91
Engines1
Engine TypeReciprocating
Engine DetailsLycoming · IO-360-L2A · Reciprocating · 180
Seats4
People & Injuries
Injury SummaryNo injuries (2 uninjured)
Fatal0
Serious0
Minor0
Uninjured2
Total2
Crew 1Age 43 · Third Class · None
Conditions
ConditionsVMC
LightDaylight
Wind230° @ 4 kt
Visibility10 sm
CeilingNone
Temperature / Dew Point61 F / 55
Altimeter29.73 inHg
Observation Time12:28
Weather SourceWFAC