Casualties unknown

Aircraft Suffers Damage After Bouncing Multiple Times During Takeoff in Gusty Wind (N6257F)

Knoxville, TN, US

On January 28, 1983, a Cessna 172N (registration N6257F) was involved in an aviation accident near Knoxville, TN. This summary draws on records from the U.S. National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB) historical archive; 1 related events involving the same aircraft type or operator are linked below.

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During takeoff, an aircraft recontacted the ground and bounced several times before stopping, damaging the propeller, nose strut, and firewall. Wind was reported from 250° at 14 knots gusting to 26 knots, with later gusts to 39 knots. ATC noted constant wind shear alerts.

Accident Overview

An aircraft on takeoff recontacted the ground and bounced multiple times before coming to rest. The propeller, nose strut, and firewall were damaged in the incident.

Wind Conditions

According to reports, the wind was from 250 degrees at 14 knots with gusts to 26 knots at the time of the accident. A few minutes later, the wind was reported as 25 knots with gusts to 39 knots.

ATC Observations

Air traffic controllers on duty stated that the wind shear alert was activating almost constantly throughout the period.

Operator Action

An operator of a charter service at the airport had reportedly grounded their aircraft due to the wind conditions.

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Frequently asked questions

What happened in the 28 Jan 1983 Cessna 172N accident near Knoxville, TN?

During takeoff, an aircraft recontacted the ground and bounced several times before stopping, damaging the propeller, nose strut, and firewall. Wind was reported from 250° at 14 knots gusting to 26 knots, with later gusts to 39 knots. ATC noted constant wind shear alerts.

What aircraft was involved and where did it happen?

The accident on 28 Jan 1983 involved a Cessna 172N, registration N6257F, at Knoxville, TN.

Investigation report by the U.S. National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB) historical archive. Original record: https://carol.ntsb.gov/event/20001214X41936. This page is a structured re-presentation; facts and quotes are in the National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB), United States.