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February 19, 2022 · Mckenzie John P Europa XS · N523WS

Tucson, AZ

Overview

Report Status
Probable Cause
Event Type
Accident
Date
February 19, 2022
Injury Outcomes
No injuries (1 uninjured)
Location
Tucson, AZ
Aircraft
Mckenzie John P Europa XS
Tail Number
N523WS
Injuries
None
Aircraft Damage
Substantial
NTSB Number
WPR22LA106

The pilot reported that, while landing, the airplane bounced twice, which was followed by a noise that sounded like the airplane had sustained damage. The pilot aborted the landing and during the second landing attempt, the nose wheel landing gear separated, which resulted in the propeller striking the runway and substantial damage to the fuselage. The pilot reported that there were no preaccident 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-Incorrect use/operation

Full Narrative

The pilot reported that, while landing, the airplane bounced twice, which was followed by a noise that sounded like the airplane had sustained damage. The pilot aborted the landing and during the second landing attempt, the nose wheel landing gear separated, which resulted in the propeller striking the runway and substantial damage to the fuselage. The pilot reported that there were no preaccident mechanical malfunctions or failures with the airplane that would have precluded normal operation.

Flight

Event TypeAccident
Event Time15:30 MST
Nearest AirportRYANFLD (0nm E)
Runway6R
Runway Length4900 ft
Runway Width75 ft
Aircraft FireNo
Aircraft ExplosionNo

Aircraft

AircraftMckenzie John P Europa XS
Tail NumberN523WS
Aircraft CategoryAir
DamageSubstantial
Operating RulePart 91
Engines1
Engine TypeReciprocating
Engine DetailsRotax · 912ULS · Reciprocating · 100
Seats2

People & Injuries

Injury SummaryNo injuries (1 uninjured)
Fatal0
Serious0
Minor0
Uninjured1
Total1
Crew 1Age 80 · Basc · None

Conditions

ConditionsVMC
LightDaylight
Wind310° @ 3 kt
Visibility10 sm
CeilingNone
Temperature / Dew Point5 F
Altimeter30.01 inHg
Observation Time15:45
Weather SourceWFAC

Appendix: Source Data