Pilot Debrief

CESSNA 172K near Ocracoke, NC — 2011-03-05

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Date
2011-03-05
Location
Ocracoke, NC, USA
Airport
W95
Aircraft
CESSNA 172K
Registration
N84867
Category
Airplane
Highest injury
Minor
Fatalities
0

Probable cause

The pilot’s inadequate flare and failure to regain control of the airplane while attempting to recover from bounced landing.

NTSB narrative

The pilot reported that he maneuvered the airplane for an approach to the runway and was compensating for a crosswind. While over the approach end of the runway, about 20 feet above the ground, the airplane descended rapidly and touched down hard. As the airplane bounced back airborne, the pilot attempted to recover by applying full engine power and it started to accelerate. Before sufficient altitude was gained, the wind pushed the airplane to the left into bushes located about 30 feet off the runway. The airplane came to a full stop just short of mid field. The left side of the fuselage and left wing incurred substantial damage. The pilot reported that there were no preimpact mechanical failures or malfunctions with the airplane.

NTSB coding

Evidence available

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