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February 26, 2014 · Cessna 172M M · N9801V
South Bend, IN
Overview
Report Status
Final with probable cause
Event Type
Accident
Date
February 26, 2014
Injury Outcomes
No injuries (1 uninjured)
Location
South Bend, IN
Aircraft
Cessna 172M M (1974)
Tail Number
N9801V
Operator
Wings
Injuries
None
Aircraft Damage
Substantial
NTSB Number
CEN14CA155
During an annual inspection on February 26, 2014, a mechanic discovered buckling, compression, and kinking of both firewall sections. In addition the front floor sections, front belly sections, front belly skin, center pedestal, and numerous stringers, and angles were damaged. The airplane was operated by a flying club. The flying club was unable to factually determine when the damage took place; however, it is possible that the damage was associated with nosewheel damage that was discovered earlier on December 2, 2013.
NTSB Probable Cause
The pilot involved and the phase of flight when the damage was incurred were not determined.
Full Narrative
During an annual inspection on February 26, 2014, a mechanic discovered buckling, compression, and kinking of both firewall sections. In addition the front floor sections, front belly sections, front belly skin, center pedestal, and numerous stringers, and angles were damaged. The airplane was operated by a flying club. The flying club was unable to factually determine when the damage took place; however, it is possible that the damage was associated with nosewheel damage that was discovered earlier on December 2, 2013.
Flight
Event TypeAccident
Event Time08:00 EST
Nearest Airport0nm
Flight Plan FiledUnknown
Flight Plan ActivatedUnknown
Aircraft FireNo
Aircraft ExplosionNo
Aircraft
AircraftCessna 172M M
Tail NumberN9801V
Aircraft CategoryAir
DamageSubstantial
OperatorWings
Operating RulePart 91
Engines1
Engine TypeReciprocating
Engine DetailsLycoming · 0-320-E2D · Reciprocating · 150
Seats4
People & Injuries
Injury SummaryNo injuries (1 uninjured)
Fatal0
Serious0
Minor0
Uninjured1
Total1
Conditions
ConditionsUnknown
LightNr
WindCalm
CeilingNone
Temperature / Dew Point0 C / 0 C
Altimeter0