Pilot Debrief

EVEKTOR-AEROTECHNIK AS SPORTSTAR near Atlanta, GA — 2008-07-26

Final reportNYC08LA258
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Date
2008-07-26
Location
Atlanta, GA, USA
Airport
PDK
Aircraft
EVEKTOR-AEROTECHNIK AS SPORTSTAR
Registration
N925LA
Category
Airplane
Highest injury
None
Fatalities
0

Probable cause

The pilot's improper flare during landing.

NTSB narrative

According to the pilot, the visual approach seemed normal and the airplane crossed the runway threshold with "a good attitude and speed." After the first contact with the runway, the airplane bounced. The second contact with the runway was more pronounced and activated the emergency locator transmitter. The pilot then applied power, performed a go-around maneuver and landed on the same runway. During the second landing, the airplane pulled to the right when the nose gear touched down. Postimpact examination of the airplane revealed substantial damage to the nose gear area. The pilot reported no mechanical malfunctions with the airplane prior to the accident and further stated that "I think I forgot to flare."

NTSB coding

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