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June 18, 2022 · Cessna 172N · N6797E
Jacksonville, IL
Overview
Report Status
Probable Cause
Event Type
Accident
Date
June 18, 2022
Injury Outcomes
No injuries (1 uninjured)
Location
Jacksonville, IL
Aircraft
Cessna 172N (1978)
Tail Number
N6797E
Operator
Optic Air
Injuries
None
Aircraft Damage
Substantial
NTSB Number
CEN22LA282
The pilot reported that prior to landing at the destination airport, she performed a low pass to assess the landing conditions. After the low pass, she decided to initiate a landing. During the touchdown, she reported the airplane “experienced possible windshear/wind shift” that induced a bounced landing. After bouncing again, the pilot was able to maintain control of the airplane until it came to a full stop. The airplane sustained substantial damage to the fuselage. The pilot reported there were no preimpact mechanical malfunctions or failures with the airframe or the engine that would have precluded normal operation.
NTSB Probable Cause
Aircraft-Aircraft oper/perf/capability-Performance/control parameters-Landing flare-Not attained/maintained
Full Narrative
The pilot reported that prior to landing at the destination airport, she performed a low pass to assess the landing conditions. After the low pass, she decided to initiate a landing. During the touchdown, she reported the airplane “experienced possible windshear/wind shift” that induced a bounced landing. After bouncing again, the pilot was able to maintain control of the airplane until it came to a full stop. The airplane sustained substantial damage to the fuselage. The pilot reported there were no preimpact mechanical malfunctions or failures with the airframe or the engine that would have precluded normal operation.
Flight
Event TypeAccident
Event Time08:40 CDT
Nearest AirportJacksonville Muni (0nm SW)
Runway04
Runway Length4001 ft
Runway Width75 ft
Flight Plan FiledNone
Aircraft FireNo
Aircraft ExplosionNo
Aircraft
AircraftCessna 172N
Tail NumberN6797E
Aircraft CategoryAir
DamageSubstantial
OperatorOptic Air
Operating RulePart 91
Engines1
Engine TypeReciprocating
Engine DetailsLycoming · 0-320-A4M · Reciprocating · 180
Seats2
People & Injuries
Injury SummaryNo injuries (1 uninjured)
Fatal0
Serious0
Minor0
Uninjured1
Total1
Crew 1Age 24 · First Class · None
Conditions
ConditionsVMC
LightDaylight
Wind80° @ 12 kt
Visibility10 sm
CeilingNone
Temperature / Dew Point70 F / 57 F
Altimeter30.20 inHg
Observation Time08:35
Weather SourceWFAC