Casualties unknown

1983-06-18: Great Lakes 2T-1A-2 (N3705F) — Robert F. Spohrer — St. Augustine, FL

St. Augustine, FL, US

On June 18, 1983, a Great Lakes 2T-1A-2 (registration N3705F) operated by Robert F. Spohrer was involved in an aviation accident near St. Augustine, FL. This summary draws on records from the U.S. National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB) historical archive.

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A pilot practicing spot landings experienced a hard landing and bounce after a high approach. During roll-out, the right main gear collapsed, ending the incident.

Event Details

A pilot was practicing spot landings. During the ninth approach, the aircraft was high on the approach path. The pilot executed a slip with the left wing low to correct the excess altitude. Prior to touchdown, the pilot leveled the wings but did not arrest the rate of descent.

Final Approach and Landing

The pilot stated that he applied power to initiate a go-around; however, the aircraft touched down hard and bounced. Power was reportedly not effective during this attempt. After the bounce, the pilot leveled the wings and allowed the aircraft to settle onto the runway.

Roll-Out and Gear Collapse

During the roll-out after the second touchdown, the right main landing gear collapsed.

Wind Conditions

The pilot reported that the wind at the accident site was from 030 degrees at 10 to 15 knots, with gusts to 18 knots. Approximately 26 miles northwest, at Jacksonville, Florida, the wind was from 080 degrees at 8 knots.

Investigation report by the U.S. National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB) historical archive. Original record: https://carol.ntsb.gov/event/20001214X43455. This page is a structured re-presentation; facts and quotes are in the National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB), United States.