Pilot Debrief

CESSNA 182K near Mesa, AZ — 2014-06-28

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Date
2014-06-28
Location
Mesa, AZ, USA
Airport
FFZ
Aircraft
CESSNA 182K
Registration
N3069Q
Category
Airplane
Highest injury
None
Fatalities
0

Probable cause

The student pilot's inadequate landing flare which resulted in a loss of aircraft control and hard landing.

NTSB narrative

The student pilot stated that the purpose of the solo flight was to perform maneuvers in the local practice area in preparation for an upcoming checkride. After performing a series of maneuvers, the pilot returned to the airport and was cleared to land on the active runway. The pilot noted that during the landing flare she realized the airspeed was higher than desired and responded by manipulating the throttle control. During the landing, the airplane touched down hard and bounced back airborne. The airplane continued to bounce down the runway about 3 to 4 times before coming to a stop. As a result of the impact, the airplane incurred substantial damage to the firewall. The pilot reported no preimpact mechanical malfunctions or failures with the airplane that would have precluded normal operation.

NTSB coding

Evidence available

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