Casualties unknown

Partial Stall on Touch-and-Go Leads to Landing Gear Damage (N6600D)

Cincinnati, OH, US

On December 31, 1983, a Cessna 172 (registration N6600D) operated by Michael B Mcgee was involved in an aviation accident near Cincinnati, OH. 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.

Sourcesthe U.S. National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB) historical archivePrimary reportUpdated 2026-07-04Data APIEditorial standards

During a touch-and-go landing, a pilot encountered a partial stall at 30-40 feet AGL, resulting in a hard landing that bent the main gear, drove the nose gear upward, and struck the propeller against the runway.

Pilot Report

The pilot reported that he began a touch-and-go landing after a light twin-engine aircraft had taken off. He stated that he did not have a clear recall of the complete procedure he followed.

Sequence of Events

After the aircraft reached an altitude of about 30 to 40 feet above ground level (AGL), the stall warning sounded and was followed by a partial stall. The pilot pushed the control wheel forward, but reported this had little noticeable effect on the aircraft's attitude. Subsequently, the aircraft settled to the runway in a slightly nose-high attitude.

Impact and Damage

During the impact, the main landing gear was bent, the nose gear was driven upward behind the firewall, and the propeller struck the ground.

Witness Account

The pilot stated that his son, who was seated in the right front seat, recalled that the carburetor heat was pushed in and the flaps were raised before power was applied for the takeoff again.

All Cessna 172 accidents →

Frequently asked questions

What happened in the 31 Dec 1983 Cessna 172 accident near Cincinnati, OH?

During a touch-and-go landing, a pilot encountered a partial stall at 30-40 feet AGL, resulting in a hard landing that bent the main gear, drove the nose gear upward, and struck the propeller against the runway.

What aircraft was involved and where did it happen?

The accident on 31 Dec 1983 involved a Cessna 172, registration N6600D, operated by Michael B Mcgee, at Cincinnati, OH.

Investigation report by the U.S. National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB) historical archive. Original record: https://carol.ntsb.gov/event/20001214X45256. This page is a structured re-presentation; facts and quotes are in the National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB), United States.