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September 29, 2017 · Cessna 414 Undesignat · N1652T
San Jose, CA
Overview
Report Status
Final with probable cause
Event Type
Accident
Date
September 29, 2017
Injury Outcomes
No injuries (1 uninjured)
Location
San Jose, CA
Aircraft
Cessna 414 Undesignat (1973)
Tail Number
N1652T
Injuries
None
Aircraft Damage
Substantial
NTSB Number
GAA17CA581
The pilot reported that he was cleared to land on runway 30R, but when he turned to the base leg, he observed a large airplane on final for 30L. However, he continued the approach, and the landing flare was normal, but the airplane landed hard. He recalled that the airplane "seemed ok," and he taxied to parking. The following week, the airplane underwent an annual inspection. The inspection revealed that the left wing false spar and trunnion were substantially damaged. The pilot reported that there were 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-Descent rate-Not attained/maintained - C
Full Narrative
The pilot reported that he was cleared to land on runway 30 right, but when he turned base, he observed a large airplane on final for 30 left. However, he continued the approach, and during the landing the flare was normal, but the airplane landed hard. He recalled that the airplane "seemed ok" and he taxied to parking and shutdown. The following week, the airplane underwent an annual inspection. During the annual inspection the left wing false spar and trunnion required replacement. The airplane sustained substantial damage to the left wing false spar and trunnion. The pilot reported that there were no mechanical malfunctions or failures with the airplane that would have precluded normal operation.
Flight
Event TypeAccident
Event Time17:08 PDT
Nearest AirportNorman Y Mineta San Jose Intl (0nm N)
Runway30R
Runway Length11000 ft
Runway Width150 ft
Flight Plan FiledNone
Flight Plan ActivatedNo
Aircraft FireNo
Aircraft ExplosionNo
Aircraft
AircraftCessna 414 Undesignat
Tail NumberN1652T
Aircraft CategoryAir
DamageSubstantial
Operating RulePart 91
Engines2
Engine TypeReciprocating
Engine DetailsContinental · TSIO-520 NB · Reciprocating · 310 | Continental · TSIO-520 NB · Reciprocating · 310
Seats6
People & Injuries
Injury SummaryNo injuries (1 uninjured)
Fatal0
Serious0
Minor0
Uninjured1
Total1
Crew 1Age 81 · Third Class · None
Conditions
ConditionsVMC
LightDaylight
Wind290° @ 9 kt
Visibility10 sm
CeilingNone
Temperature / Dew Point48
Altimeter29.89 inHg
Observation Time00:53
Weather SourceWFAC