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April 20, 2024 · Bearhawk 4-PLACE NO Series · N1685
Buckhorn, NM
Overview
Report Status
Probable Cause
Event Type
Accident
Date
April 20, 2024
Injury Outcomes
No injuries (1 uninjured)
Location
Buckhorn, NM
Aircraft
Bearhawk 4-PLACE NO Series (2008)
Tail Number
N1685
Injuries
None
Aircraft Damage
Substantial
NTSB Number
WPR24LA128
The pilot reported that he conducted a low pass over the runway to check runway and wind conditions and noted that the wind was light and variable. On the second approach to landing, while about 10 ft above the runway, a “sudden, strong wind gust hit” and airplanes nose came up abruptly. The pilot attempted to go around; however, the airplane landed hard, and the landing gear collapsed. The airplane sustained substantial damage to the fuselage. The pilot reported there were no preaccident mechanical malfunctions that precluded normal operation.
NTSB Probable Cause
The pilot’s inflight loss of control during landing following an encounter with a wind gust which resulted in a hard landing.
Full Narrative
The pilot reported that he conducted a low pass over the runway to check runway and wind conditions and noted that the wind was light and variable. On the second approach to landing, while about 10 ft above the runway, a “sudden, strong wind gust hit” and airplanes nose came up abruptly. The pilot attempted to go around; however, the airplane landed hard, and the landing gear collapsed. The airplane sustained substantial damage to the fuselage. The pilot reported there were no preaccident mechanical malfunctions that precluded normal operation.
Flight
Event TypeAccident
Event Time13:00 MDT
Nearest AirportSacaton Airport (0nm N)
Runway08
Runway Length4000 ft
Runway Width40 ft
Flight Plan FiledNone
Flight Plan ActivatedNo
Aircraft FireNo
Aircraft ExplosionNo
Aircraft
AircraftBearhawk 4-PLACE NO Series
Tail NumberN1685
Aircraft CategoryAir
DamageSubstantial
Operating RulePart 91
Engines1
Engine TypeReciprocating
Engine DetailsLycoming · O-360 EXP · Reciprocating · 180
Seats4
People & Injuries
Injury SummaryNo injuries (1 uninjured)
Fatal0
Serious0
Minor0
Uninjured1
Total1
Crew 1Age 73 · Third Class · None
Conditions
ConditionsVMC
LightDaylight
WindCalm
CeilingNone
Temperature / Dew Point65 F / 0 C
Altimeter0