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November 15, 2012 · Cessna 172N · N6231F
Moline, IL
Overview
Report Status
Final with probable cause
Event Type
Accident
Date
November 15, 2012
Injury Outcomes
No injuries (1 uninjured)
Location
Moline, IL
Aircraft
Cessna 172N
Tail Number
N6231F
Operator
Flying Country Club
Injuries
None
Aircraft Damage
Substantial
NTSB Number
CEN13CA098
The student pilot reported that the accident occurred during his initial solo flight. He stated that the takeoff and flight in the traffic pattern were without incident. However, during the first landing, the airplane bounced twice before settling onto the runway, and he elected to return to the ramp area. A postaccident examination revealed substantial damage to the firewall, with additional damage to the nose landing gear and propeller. A left crosswind at 8 knots was reported about the time of the accident. The student pilot reported that there were no failures or malfunctions related to the airplane before the accident.
NTSB Probable Cause
Aircraft-Aircraft oper/perf/capability-Performance/control parameters-Landing flare-Not attained/maintained
Full Narrative
The student pilot reported that the accident occurred during his initial solo flight. He stated that the takeoff and flight in the traffic pattern were without incident. However, during the first landing, the airplane bounced twice before settling onto the runway and he elected to return to the ramp area. A postaccident examination revealed substantial damage to the firewall, with additional damage to the nose landing gear and propeller. A left crosswind at 8 knots was reported about the time of the accident. He reported that there were no failures or malfunctions related to the airplane prior to the accident.
Flight
Event TypeAccident
Event Time15:00 CST
Nearest AirportQuad City International (1nm)
Runway27
Runway Length10002 ft
Runway Width150 ft
Flight Plan FiledNone
Aircraft FireNo
Aircraft ExplosionNo
Aircraft
AircraftCessna 172N
Tail NumberN6231F
Aircraft CategoryAir
DamageSubstantial
OperatorFlying Country Club
Operating RulePart 91
Engines1
Engine TypeReciprocating
Engine DetailsLycoming · O-320-H2D · Reciprocating · 180
Seats4
People & Injuries
Injury SummaryNo injuries (1 uninjured)
Fatal0
Serious0
Minor0
Uninjured1
Total1
Crew 1Age 46 · Third Class · None
Conditions
ConditionsVMC
LightDaylight
Wind210° @ 8 kt
Visibility10 sm
CeilingNone
Temperature / Dew Point54 / 28 C
Altimeter30.28 inHg
Observation Time20:52
Weather SourceWFAC