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June 27, 2012 · Cessna 172M · N80985
Smyrna, TN
Overview
Report Status
Final with probable cause
Event Type
Accident
Date
June 27, 2012
Injury Outcomes
No injuries (1 uninjured)
Location
Smyrna, TN
Aircraft
Cessna 172M
Tail Number
N80985
Operator
Myburgh Ben
Injuries
None
Aircraft Damage
Substantial
NTSB Number
ERA12CA420
According to the pilot, during the landing flare, the airplane bounced on the runway several times. The last time that the airplane bounced, the nosewheel landing gear impacted the runway, the front tire ruptured, and the propeller struck the ground, resulting in substantial 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
According to the pilot, during the landing flare the airplane bounced on the runway several times. The last time the airplane bounced, the nose wheel landing gear impacted the runway, the front tire ruptured, and the propeller struck the ground resulting in substantial damage to the firewall. The pilot reported no preimpact mechanical malfunctions or failures with the airplane that would have precluded normal operation.
Flight
Event TypeAccident
Event Time14:00 CDT
Nearest AirportSmyrna Airport (1nm)
Runway14
Runway Length8048 ft
Runway Width150 ft
Flight Plan FiledNone
Flight Plan ActivatedNo
Aircraft FireNo
Aircraft ExplosionNo
Aircraft
AircraftCessna 172M
Tail NumberN80985
Aircraft CategoryAir
DamageSubstantial
OperatorMyburgh Ben
Operating RulePart 91
Engines1
Engine TypeReciprocating
Engine DetailsLycoming · O-320 SERIES · Reciprocating · 180
Seats4
People & Injuries
Injury SummaryNo injuries (1 uninjured)
Fatal0
Serious0
Minor0
Uninjured1
Total1
Crew 1Age 68 · Third Class · None
Conditions
ConditionsVMC
LightDaylight
Wind3 kt
Visibility10 sm
CeilingNone
Temperature / Dew Point46
Altimeter30.01 inHg
Observation Time23:48
Weather SourceWFAC