Pilot Debrief

CESSNA 350 near Fishers Island, NY — 2008-06-14

Final reportMIA08LA132
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Date
2008-06-14
Location
Fishers Island, NY, USA
Airport
0B8
Aircraft
CESSNA 350
Registration
N166DS
Category
Airplane
Highest injury
None
Fatalities
0

Probable cause

The pilot's misjudged airspeed during approach and improper flare, which resulted in a fast and hard landing.

NTSB narrative

According to the pilot, the touchdown on the runway was normal and braking was applied. As brake pressure was increased, the airplane began to shimmy. Examination of the airplane revealed that the fuselage composite structure had partially separated in a downward direction, the landing gear wheel pants and attaching parts were damaged, and both main tires exhibited flat spots. No anomalies with the nosewheel turning or dampening and centering capabilities were found, and no anomalies were observed with the operation of the brakes or on the brake pads/discs. The asphalt runway was 2,328 feet long and the wind was reported as calm about the time of the accident. Damage to the airplane and tire skid marks on the runway were consistent with a fast, hard landing and maximum braking to keep the airplane from departing the end of the runway.

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