Casualties unknown

Student Pilot's Landing Bounce Leads to Go-Around and Cable Strike (N73570)

Big Bear, CA, US

On June 24, 1983, a Cessna 172M (registration N73570) operated by Aero Haven Charter Svc was involved in an aviation accident near Big Bear, CA. This summary draws on records from the U.S. National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB) historical archive.

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During landing on Runway 7, a student pilot's aircraft bounced twice and veered left into grass. After a go-around, the left wing dropped at about 100 feet, causing a cable impact and crash.

Incident Overview

A student pilot was conducting a landing approach to Runway 7 after a wind shift made it more favorable, as advised by a UNICOM operator. The aircraft touched down but bounced twice, then veered left into a grassy area. The student elected to abort the landing and initiate a go-around.

Sequence of Events

After becoming airborne during the go-around, the aircraft climbed to approximately 100 feet above ground. At that altitude, the left wing abruptly dropped, and the aircraft entered a descent. It subsequently struck a cable and crashed.

Notes

The source provides no information on aircraft type, registration, date, operator, location, occupants, injuries, damage, weather, or ATC involvement beyond the UNICOM advisory. No probable cause is indicated.

Frequently asked questions

What happened in the 24 Jun 1983 Cessna 172M accident near Big Bear, CA?

During landing on Runway 7, a student pilot's aircraft bounced twice and veered left into grass. After a go-around, the left wing dropped at about 100 feet, causing a cable impact and crash.

What aircraft was involved and where did it happen?

The accident on 24 Jun 1983 involved a Cessna 172M, registration N73570, operated by Aero Haven Charter Svc, at Big Bear, CA.

Investigation report by the U.S. National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB) historical archive. Original record: https://carol.ntsb.gov/event/20001214X43419. This page is a structured re-presentation; facts and quotes are in the National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB), United States.