Pilot Debrief

BEECH C23 near Wenden, AZ — 2010-08-13

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Date
2010-08-13
Location
Wenden, AZ, USA
Aircraft
BEECH C23
Registration
N9761L
Category
Airplane
Highest injury
Minor
Fatalities
0

Probable cause

The pilot’s inadequate bounced landing recovery and failure to maintain directional control during landing.

NTSB narrative

The pilot reported that just after touchdown the airplane bounced and veered to the right. The pilot applied full power and attempted a go-around; however, the airplane exited the runway environment and struck a pole. Subsequently, the airplane nosed over substantially damaging the firewall. The pilot reported no mechanical failures or malfunctions with the airframe or engine prior to the accident.

NTSB coding

Evidence available

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