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August 20, 2012 · Cessna 182F · N34SR
Hood River, OR
Overview
Report Status
Final with probable cause
Event Type
Accident
Date
August 20, 2012
Injury Outcomes
No injuries (3 uninjured)
Location
Hood River, OR
Aircraft
Cessna 182F
Tail Number
N34SR
Operator
Classic Wings Aero Services
Injuries
None
Aircraft Damage
Substantial
NTSB Number
WPR12CA399
The private pilot reported that, while making an approach to land, he observed that the winds were more variable and gusty than when he departed. He said that the airplane touched down and then became airborne again and began to “porpoise.” The pilot tried to regain control and stop the induced pitch oscillations, but landed hard on the nose gear, substantially damaging the firewall. The pilot stated that there were no mechanical malfunctions or abnormalities with the airplane before the landing.
NTSB Probable Cause
Aircraft-Aircraft oper/perf/capability-Performance/control parameters-Landing flare-Not attained/maintained - C
Full Narrative
The low time private pilot reported that while making an approach to land he observed that the winds were more variable and gusty than when he had departed. During the landing the airplane touched down and then became airborne again and entered a porpoise. The pilot attempted to regain control and to stop the induced pitch oscillations but not before landing hard on the nose gear. An inspection of the airplane revealed it had sustained substantial damage to the firewall. The pilot stated that there were no abnormalities with the airplane before the landing. The accident was reported September 5, 2012, after the damage to the airplane was verified by maintenance.
Flight
Event TypeAccident
Event Time18:00 PDT
Nearest AirportKen Jernstedt Airfield (0nm)
Runway25
Runway Length3040 ft
Runway Width75 ft
Flight Plan FiledUnknown
Aircraft FireNo
Aircraft ExplosionNo
Aircraft
AircraftCessna 182F
Tail NumberN34SR
Aircraft CategoryAir
DamageSubstantial
OperatorClassic Wings Aero Services
Operating RulePart 91
Engines1
Engine TypeReciprocating
Engine DetailsCont Motor · O-470 SERIES · Reciprocating · 230
Seats4
People & Injuries
Injury SummaryNo injuries (3 uninjured)
Fatal0
Serious0
Minor0
Uninjured3
Total3
Crew 1Age 32 · Third Class · None
Conditions
ConditionsVMC
LightDaylight
Wind230° @ 12 kt, gusting 17 kt
Visibility10 sm
CeilingNone
Temperature / Dew Point61 F
Altimeter29.95 inHg
Observation Time00:45
Weather SourceWFAC