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August 21, 2016 · Cessna 152 NO Series · N94939
Miami, FL
Overview
Report Status
Final with probable cause
Event Type
Accident
Date
August 21, 2016
Injury Outcomes
No injuries (1 uninjured)
Location
Miami, FL
Aircraft
Cessna 152 NO Series (1983)
Tail Number
N94939
Injuries
None
Aircraft Damage
Substantial
NTSB Number
GAA16CA448
The pilot reported that he flew a straight in approach and opted to use 20 degrees of flaps for the crosswind landing. The pilot further reported that upon touchdown the airplane bounced twice and the nose landing gear collapsed. A post-accident examination of the airplane revealed substantial damage to the firewall. The pilot reported that there were no pre impact mechanical failures or malfunctions with the airframe or engine that would have precluded normal operation.
NTSB Probable Cause
The pilot's improper pitch control during landing, which resulted in a bounced landing, and a nose landing gear collapse.
Full Narrative
The pilot reported that he flew a straight in approach and opted to use 20 degrees of flaps for the crosswind landing. The pilot further reported that upon touchdown the airplane bounced twice and the nose landing gear collapsed. A post-accident examination of the airplane revealed substantial damage to the firewall. The pilot reported that there were no pre impact mechanical failures or malfunctions with the airframe or engine that would have precluded normal operation.
Flight
Event TypeAccident
Event Time14:28 EDT
Nearest AirportMiami Executive (0nm S)
Runway9L
Runway Length5003 ft
Runway Width150 ft
Flight Plan FiledVFR
Flight Plan ActivatedNo
Aircraft FireNo
Aircraft ExplosionNo
Aircraft
AircraftCessna 152 NO Series
Tail NumberN94939
Aircraft CategoryAir
DamageSubstantial
Operating RulePart 91
Engines1
Engine TypeReciprocating
Engine DetailsLycoming · O-235-N2C · Reciprocating · 116
Seats2
People & Injuries
Injury SummaryNo injuries (1 uninjured)
Fatal0
Serious0
Minor0
Uninjured1
Total1
Crew 1Age 29 · First Class · None
Conditions
ConditionsVMC
LightDaylight
Wind150° @ 7 kt
Visibility10 sm
CeilingNone
Altimeter30.02 inHg
Observation Time17:53
Weather SourceWFAC