Casualties unknown

Aircraft Bounce and Loss of Control During Landing at Rock Springs (N3110U)

Rock Springs, WY, US

On August 31, 1984, a Cessna 182F (registration N3110U) was involved in an aviation accident near Rock Springs, WY. This summary draws on records from the U.S. National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB) historical archive.

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During a landing approach to Runway 27 at Rock Springs, the aircraft bounced after touchdown, climbed with wavering wings, then entered a steep bank and descended into terrain. Density altitude was 9,000 ft; flaps were found retracted.

Incident Overview

The aircraft was operating the return leg of a flight from California to Wisconsin. During the landing approach to Runway 27 at Rock Springs (elevation 6,747 feet), the temperature was 76 degrees Fahrenheit and the wind was from 220 degrees at 23 knots.

Sequence of Events

Following touchdown, the aircraft was observed to bounce back into the air. It then initiated a climb during which the wings were noted to be wavering. Subsequently, the aircraft entered a steep right bank and descended to ground impact.

Environmental Conditions

The density altitude was calculated as 9,000 feet based on the reported temperature and field elevation.

Post-Accident Examination

After the accident, the flaps were found in the full up position.

Frequently asked questions

What happened in the 31 Aug 1984 Cessna 182F accident near Rock Springs, WY?

During a landing approach to Runway 27 at Rock Springs, the aircraft bounced after touchdown, climbed with wavering wings, then entered a steep bank and descended into terrain. Density altitude was 9,000 ft; flaps were found retracted.

What aircraft was involved and where did it happen?

The accident on 31 Aug 1984 involved a Cessna 182F, registration N3110U, at Rock Springs, WY.

Investigation report by the U.S. National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB) historical archive. Original record: https://carol.ntsb.gov/event/20001214X40669. This page is a structured re-presentation; facts and quotes are in the National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB), United States.