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June 23, 2012 · Cessna 177 · N30163
West Milford, NJ
Overview
Report Status
Final with probable cause
Event Type
Accident
Date
June 23, 2012
Injury Outcomes
No injuries (3 uninjured)
Location
West Milford, NJ
Aircraft
Cessna 177
Tail Number
N30163
Operator
Rutherford Stephen
Injuries
None
Aircraft Damage
Substantial
NTSB Number
ERA12CA414
According to the pilot, the airplane bounced during the landing. He added power in an attempt to recover, but then decided to perform a go-around maneuver. He performed the go-around checklist; however, he inadvertently retracted the flaps to the zero degree, or "UP" position, instead of the required 20 degree flap position. The airplane settled onto the grass to the left of the runway and struck bushes and cement blocks located about 150 feet off the runway, which resulted in substantial damage to the horizontal stabilizer. The pilot reported no preimpact mechanical malfunctions or failures with the airplane that would have precluded normal operation.
NTSB Probable Cause
The pilot's improper full flap retraction while performing a go-around maneuver, which resulted in a loss of airplane control.
Full Narrative
According to the pilot, the airplane bounced during the landing. He added power in an attempt to recover, but then decided to perform a go-around maneuver. He performed the go-around checklist; however, he inadvertently retracted the flaps to the zero degree, or "UP" position, instead of the required 20 degree flap position. The airplane settled onto the grass to the left of the runway and struck bushes and cement blocks located about 150 feet off the runway, which resulted in substantial damage to the horizontal stabilizer. The pilot reported no preimpact mechanical malfunctions or failures with the airplane that would have precluded normal operation.
Flight
Event TypeAccident
Event Time14:15 EDT
Nearest AirportGreenwood Lake Airport (0nm)
Runway06
Runway Length3471 ft
Runway Width60 ft
Flight Plan FiledNone
Flight Plan ActivatedNo
Aircraft FireNo
Aircraft ExplosionNo
Aircraft
AircraftCessna 177
Tail NumberN30163
Aircraft CategoryAir
DamageSubstantial
OperatorRutherford Stephen
Operating RulePart 91
Engines1
Engine TypeReciprocating
Engine DetailsLycoming · O-320 SERIES · Reciprocating · 180
Seats4
People & Injuries
Injury SummaryNo injuries (3 uninjured)
Fatal0
Serious0
Minor0
Uninjured3
Total3
Crew 1Age 49 · Third Class · None
Conditions
ConditionsVMC
LightDaylight
Wind290° @ 6 kt
Visibility10 sm
CeilingNone
Temperature / Dew Point54
Altimeter29.90 inHg
Observation Time17:53
Weather SourceWFAC