On March 12, 1982, a Piper PA-38-112 (registration N2402C) operated by Queen City Aviation, Inc. was involved in an aviation accident near Allentown, PA. This summary draws on records from the U.S. National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB) historical archive.
A student pilot practicing takeoffs and landings in crosswind conditions bounced during touchdown, applied full power, heard stall warning, and collided with bushes and a dirt bank.
Incident Details
A student pilot was conducting practice takeoffs and landings on Runway 25. The wind was reported from 330 degrees at 14 knots, creating crosswind conditions. During one landing attempt, the aircraft bounced upon touchdown.
Sequence of Events
The pilot reportedly added a small amount of power to achieve a smoother touchdown, but did not compensate for the crosswind. To avoid landing off the runway, he applied full power and raised the nose. The pilot then heard the stall warning horn and lowered the nose to prevent a stall. Subsequently, the aircraft collided with bushes and a dirt bank on the left side of the runway.
Outcome
No injuries were reported in the source. The aircraft sustained damage from the collision. The investigation focused on the pilot's actions during the crosswind landing.