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May 24, 2014 · Fdr601 Zodiac 601XL · N601AB
Lewiston, ID
Overview
Report Status
Final with probable cause
Event Type
Accident
Date
May 24, 2014
Injury Outcomes
No injuries (2 uninjured)
Location
Lewiston, ID
Aircraft
Fdr601 Zodiac 601XL (2012)
Tail Number
N601AB
Operator
Franklin R Miles
Injuries
None
Aircraft Damage
Substantial
NTSB Number
WPR14CA211
The pilot stated that he flared the airplane too soon during the landing. The airplane bounced and then landed nose wheel first, collapsing the nose gear strut. Upon further inspection it was determined that the firewall was substantially damage. The pilot reported no preimpact mechanical malfunctions or failures with the airplane 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
The pilot stated that he flared the airplane too soon during the landing. The airplane bounced and then landed nose wheel first, collapsing the nose gear strut. Upon further inspection it was determined that the firewall was substantially damage. The pilot reported no preimpact mechanical malfunctions or failures with the airplane that would have precluded normal operation.
Flight
Event TypeAccident
Event Time09:18 PDT
Nearest AirportLewiston-Nex Perce County Airp (0nm N)
Runway12
Runway Length5000 ft
Runway Width100 ft
Flight Plan FiledNone
Aircraft FireNo
Aircraft ExplosionNo
Aircraft
AircraftFdr601 Zodiac 601XL
Tail NumberN601AB
Aircraft CategoryAir
DamageSubstantial
OperatorFranklin R Miles
Operating RulePart 91
Engines1
Engine TypeReciprocating
Engine DetailsLycoming · O-235-L2C · Reciprocating · 115
Seats2
People & Injuries
Injury SummaryNo injuries (2 uninjured)
Fatal0
Serious0
Minor0
Uninjured2
Total2
Crew 1Age 79 · None · None
Conditions
ConditionsVMC
LightDaylight
Wind290° @ 3 kt
Visibility10 sm
CeilingBroken clouds 7000 ft
Temperature / Dew Point66 F / 46
Altimeter30.07 inHg
Observation Time16:56
Weather SourceWFAC