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May 28, 2022 · Cessna 172L · N3842Q

Canyon Lake, TX

Overview

Report Status
Probable Cause
Event Type
Accident
Date
May 28, 2022
Injury Outcomes
3 injuries (3 minor injuries)
Location
Canyon Lake, TX
Aircraft
Cessna 172L (1971)
Tail Number
N3842Q
Injuries
Minor
Aircraft Damage
Substantial
NTSB Number
CEN22LA222

The pilot reported that during landing, the airplane encountered a wind gust that yawed the airplane left. The pilot applied full throttle, turned off the carburetor heat, and initiated a go-around, but did not retract the flaps. The airplane continued left as the pilot attempted to climb, but ultimately it collided with trees and then terrain. The airplane sustained substantial damage to the fuselage and both wings. An examination of the airplane at the accident site showed that the wing flaps were extended at least 30°. The pilot reported that there were no mechanical malfunctions or anomalies with the airplane that would have precluded normal operation. The airplane flight manual states that during a botched landing or go-around, the flaps should be retracted to 20° after full power is applied and should remain between 10° and 20° until obstacles are cleared.

NTSB Probable Cause

The pilot’s failure to retract the flaps during a go-around, which resulted in decreased climb performance and a subsequent collision with trees and terrain.

Full Narrative

The pilot reported that during landing, the airplane encountered a wind gust that yawed the airplane left. The pilot applied full throttle, turned off the carburetor heat, and initiated a go-around, but did not retract the flaps. The airplane continued left as the pilot attempted to climb, but ultimately it collided with trees and then terrain. The airplane sustained substantial damage to the fuselage and both wings. An examination of the airplane at the accident site showed that the wing flaps were extended at least 30°. The pilot reported that there were no mechanical malfunctions or anomalies with the airplane that would have precluded normal operation. The airplane flight manual states that during a botched landing or go-around, the flaps should be retracted to 20° after full power is applied and should remain between 10° and 20° until obstacles are cleared.

Flight

Event TypeAccident
Event Time18:20 CDT
Nearest AirportCanyon Lake Airport (0.1nm NE)
Runway19
Runway Length2600 ft
Runway Width45 ft
Flight Plan FiledNone
Aircraft FireNo
Aircraft ExplosionNo

Aircraft

AircraftCessna 172L
Tail NumberN3842Q
Aircraft CategoryAir
DamageSubstantial
Operating RulePart 91
Engines1
Engine TypeReciprocating
Engine DetailsLycoming · O-320-E2D · Reciprocating · 150
Seats4

People & Injuries

Injury Summary3 injuries (3 minor injuries)
Fatal0
Serious0
Minor3
Uninjured0
Total3
Crew 1Age 39 · Third Class · Minor

Conditions

ConditionsVMC
LightDaylight
Wind150° @ 13 kt
Visibility10 sm
CeilingNone
Temperature / Dew Point61 F
Altimeter29.74 inHg
Observation Time18:51
Weather SourceWFAC

Appendix: Source Data