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December 1, 2012 · Cessna 172N · N737TY
Mckinney, TX
Overview
Report Status
Final with probable cause
Event Type
Accident
Date
December 1, 2012
Injury Outcomes
No injuries (3 uninjured)
Location
Mckinney, TX
Aircraft
Cessna 172N
Tail Number
N737TY
Operator
Texins Association
Injuries
None
Aircraft Damage
Substantial
NTSB Number
CEN13CA090
The pilot reported that windy conditions existed during the flight, but the wind was not a crosswind during landing. He said that the airplane touched down hard on the nosewheel, bounced, and then settled onto the runway. Postaccident examination of the airplane revealed that the nosewheel landing gear and propeller were bent, and the firewall sustained substantial damage. The pilot reported no mechanical malfunctions or failures that would have precluded normal operation.
NTSB Probable Cause
Aircraft-Aircraft oper/perf/capability-Performance/control parameters-Landing flare-Incorrect use/operation - C
Full Narrative
The pilot had just completed a local flight with two passengers. The pilot reported that windy flight conditions existed, but there would not be a crosswind during the landing. He added that the airplane landed hard on the nose wheel, the airplane bounced, and then settled onto the runway. Post flight examination of the airplane revealed that the nosewheel landing gear and propeller were bent, and the firewall sustained substantial damage.
Flight
Event TypeAccident
Event Time13:30 CST
Nearest AirportCollin County Regional (0nm)
Runway18
Runway Length7002 ft
Runway Width150 ft
Flight Plan FiledUnknown
Aircraft FireNo
Aircraft ExplosionNo
Aircraft
AircraftCessna 172N
Tail NumberN737TY
Aircraft CategoryAir
DamageSubstantial
OperatorTexins Association
Operating RulePart 91
Engines1
Engine TypeReciprocating
Engine DetailsLycoming · O-320 SERIES · Reciprocating · 160
Seats4
People & Injuries
Injury SummaryNo injuries (3 uninjured)
Fatal0
Serious0
Minor0
Uninjured3
Total3
Crew 1Age 34 · Third Class · None
Conditions
ConditionsVMC
LightDaylight
Wind200° @ 18 kt, gusting 24 kt
Visibility10 sm
CeilingBroken clouds 3600 ft
Temperature / Dew Point61 F
Altimeter29.97 inHg
Observation Time19:53
Weather SourceWFAC