On March 10, 1985, a Cessna 172N (registration N733AN) operated by JO Ann Rodgers was involved in an aviation accident near Temple, TX. No fatalities were reported. 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.
A student pilot carrying a passenger experienced a hard landing at night at Temple Municipal Airport, resulting in substantial aircraft damage but no injuries to the two occupants.
What happened
The incident occurred during a night flight at the municipal airport in Temple, Texas. The individual operating the aircraft was identified as a student pilot who was carrying a passenger at the time of the event. During the approach and landing phase, the aircraft touched down with significant force, resulting in a hard landing.
This impact caused substantial damage to the airframe and systems of the aircraft. Despite the severity of the mechanical damage, there were no injuries reported to either the student pilot or the passenger. The flight was not an authorized training flight, and the total flying experience of the student pilot involved in this incident remains unknown.
What happened in the 10 Mar 1985 Cessna 172N accident near Temple, TX?
A student pilot carrying a passenger experienced a hard landing at night at Temple Municipal Airport, resulting in substantial aircraft damage but no injuries to the two occupants.
Were there any fatalities in the 10 Mar 1985 Cessna 172N accident?
No fatalities were recorded in this accident.
What aircraft was involved and where did it happen?
The accident on 10 Mar 1985 involved a Cessna 172N, registration N733AN, operated by JO Ann Rodgers, at Temple, TX.
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