Casualties unknown

Student Pilot Experiences Bounce and Nose-Over During Touch-and-Go Landing (N5190B)

Mesa, AZ, US

On May 30, 1984, a Cessna 152 (registration N5190B) was involved in an aviation accident near Mesa, AZ. This summary draws on records from the U.S. National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB) historical archive; 8 related events involving the same aircraft type or operator are linked below.

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A student pilot bounced during touchdown on a touch-and-go landing, applied full power and raised flaps, then the aircraft yawed left, veered off the runway onto a downsloping area, and nosed over. The instructor believed insufficient rudder was used.

Accident Sequence

A student pilot was conducting a touch-and-go landing during a training flight. While landing, the aircraft bounced upon touchdown. The pilot immediately applied full engine power and moved the flap selector to the 'up' position. Shortly thereafter, the aircraft yawed to the left. It veered off the runway and continued onto a graded, downsloping area adjacent to the runway. The aircraft subsequently nosed over and came to rest.

Post-Accident Observations

The student's flight instructor did not witness the accident. However, after reviewing the circumstances, the instructor expressed a belief that the student pilot may have used insufficient rudder input to counteract the engine's torque during the go-around. No other factors or causal links were identified by the instructor or in the report.

The accident sequence involved a typical training maneuver, and no additional details were provided regarding weather, time of day, or other environmental conditions. The report did not specify the aircraft type, registration, number of occupants, or extent of damage.

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Frequently asked questions

What happened in the 30 May 1984 Cessna 152 accident near Mesa, AZ?

A student pilot bounced during touchdown on a touch-and-go landing, applied full power and raised flaps, then the aircraft yawed left, veered off the runway onto a downsloping area, and nosed over. The instructor believed insufficient rudder was used.

What aircraft was involved and where did it happen?

The accident on 30 May 1984 involved a Cessna 152, registration N5190B, at Mesa, AZ.

Investigation report by the U.S. National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB) historical archive. Original record: https://carol.ntsb.gov/event/20001214X39660. This page is a structured re-presentation; facts and quotes are in the National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB), United States.