Pilot Debrief

CESSNA 182L near Gainesville, FL — 2011-10-12

Final reportERA12CA046
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Date
2011-10-12
Location
Gainesville, FL, USA
Airport
GNV
Aircraft
CESSNA 182L
Registration
N42547
Category
Airplane
Highest injury
None
Fatalities
0

Probable cause

The pilot did not maintain a proper descent rate during the approach, which resulted in a hard landing.

NTSB narrative

According to the pilot, the airplane descended rapidly while on final approach for landing. The pilot attempted to apply engine power to arrest the descent, but the airplane landed hard and bounced, resulting in substantial damage to the engine firewall. The pilot stated that there were no preimpact mechanical malfunctions or anomalies with the airplane.

NTSB coding

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