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September 9, 2012 · Cessna 172H · N2484L
Phillipsburg, OH
Overview
Report Status
Final with probable cause
Event Type
Accident
Date
September 9, 2012
Injury Outcomes
No injuries (3 uninjured)
Location
Phillipsburg, OH
Aircraft
Cessna 172H
Tail Number
N2484L
Injuries
None
Aircraft Damage
Substantial
NTSB Number
CEN12CA620
During the final approach to the runway, the pilot flared too high. He stated that as he released back pressure on the flight controls and added power, the nose of the airplane dropped and hit the runway hard. An examination of the airplane revealed that the firewall was wrinkled. The pilot stated that there were no mechanical anomalies or malfunctions 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
During the final approach to the runway, the pilot initiated his flare too high. He stated that as he released back pressure on the flight controls and added power, the nose of the airplane dropped and the hit the runway. An examination of the airplane revealed that the firewall was wrinkled. The pilot stated that there were no mechanical anomalies or malfunctions that would have precluded normal operation.
Flight
Event TypeAccident
Event Time18:30 EDT
Nearest AirportPhillipsburg Airport (0nm)
Runway03
Runway Length3000 ft
Runway Width40 ft
Flight Plan FiledNone
Flight Plan ActivatedNo
Aircraft FireNo
Aircraft ExplosionNo
Aircraft
AircraftCessna 172H
Tail NumberN2484L
Aircraft CategoryAir
DamageSubstantial
Operating RulePart 91
Engines1
Engine TypeReciprocating
Engine DetailsCont Motor · O-300 SER · Reciprocating · 145
Seats4
People & Injuries
Injury SummaryNo injuries (3 uninjured)
Fatal0
Serious0
Minor0
Uninjured3
Total3
Crew 1Age 55 · Third Class · None
Conditions
ConditionsVMC
LightDaylight
Wind350° @ 6 kt
Visibility10 sm
CeilingBroken clouds 9500 ft
Temperature / Dew Point70 F / 52
Altimeter30.02 inHg
Observation Time22:56