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February 5, 2024 · Cessna 172 S · N2150G
Smyrna, TN
Overview
Report Status
Probable Cause
Event Type
Accident
Date
February 5, 2024
Injury Outcomes
No injuries (2 uninjured)
Location
Smyrna, TN
Aircraft
Cessna 172 S (2003)
Tail Number
N2150G
Operator
Msb Aviation
Injuries
None
Aircraft Damage
Substantial
NTSB Number
ERA24LA106
The flight instructor reported that during the initial climb, he observed a bird dive down from above the airplane. The bird impacted the top portion of the windshield, resulting in substantial damage to the windshield. After the impact, the pilots checked themselves for injuries and for any control issues with the airplane. Both pilots were uninjured, and the airplane operated normally. The flight instructor landed the airplane without further incident.
NTSB Probable Cause
Environmental issues-Physical environment-Object/animal/substance-Animal(s)/bird(s)-Ability to respond/compensate
Full Narrative
The flight instructor reported that during the initial climb, he observed a bird dive down from above the airplane. The bird impacted the top portion of the windshield, resulting in substantial damage to the windshield. After the impact, the pilots checked themselves for injuries and for any control issues with the airplane. Both pilots were uninjured, and the airplane operated normally. The flight instructor landed the airplane without further incident.
Flight
Event TypeAccident
Event Time17:28 CST
Nearest AirportSMYRNA (0nm ESE)
Flight Plan FiledNone
Flight Plan ActivatedNo
Aircraft FireNo
Aircraft ExplosionNo
Aircraft
AircraftCessna 172 S
Tail NumberN2150G
Aircraft CategoryAir
DamageSubstantial
OperatorMsb Aviation
Operating RulePart 91
Engines1
Engine TypeReciprocating
Engine DetailsLycoming · IO-360-L2A · Reciprocating · 180
Seats4
People & Injuries
Injury SummaryNo injuries (2 uninjured)
Fatal0
Serious0
Minor0
Uninjured2
Total2
Crew 1Age 39 · First Class · None
Crew 2Age 29 · First Class · None
Conditions
ConditionsVMC
LightDaylight
Wind350° @ 9 kt
Visibility10 sm
CeilingNone
Temperature / Dew Point54 F / 32 F
Altimeter29.94 inHg
Observation Time17:56
Weather SourceWFAC