Casualties unknown

No-Flap Landing Results in Overrun and Collision with Fence and Building (N6332M)

Compton, CA, US

On April 5, 1985, a Cessna 152 (registration N6332M) was involved in an aviation accident near Compton, CA. 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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During a no-flap landing, the aircraft floated at 10 ft AGL halfway down the runway. After full flaps were deployed, multiple bounces occurred. The CFI took control and added power, but the aircraft's tail ring hooked a fence, causing the nose to contact a wall and maintenance building.

Incident Overview

An aircraft conducting a no-flap landing experienced a series of events that led to an overrun and collision with obstacles at the end of the runway. The student pilot was handling the landing while a certified flight instructor (CFI) was also on board.

Sequence of Events

During the approach, the aircraft floated at an altitude of approximately 10 feet above ground level (AGL) when it reached the midpoint of the runway. At that point, the student pilot lowered the flaps to the full down position. Subsequently, the aircraft began a series of bouncing touchdowns as it continued down the remaining runway.

Overrun and Collision

As the aircraft approached the overrun area at the end of the runway, the CFI took control and applied full power while raising the nose. The flaps remained in the full down position. The aircraft's tail tie-down ring hooked onto the top of a fence, causing the aircraft to pitch nose-down. The nose then made contact with a wall and a maintenance building.

Aftermath

The aircraft came to rest after the collision. No further details about the occupants or damage are available from the source.

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Frequently asked questions

What happened in the 5 Apr 1985 Cessna 152 accident near Compton, CA?

During a no-flap landing, the aircraft floated at 10 ft AGL halfway down the runway. After full flaps were deployed, multiple bounces occurred. The CFI took control and added power, but the aircraft's tail ring hooked a fence, causing the nose to contact a wall and maintenance building.

What aircraft was involved and where did it happen?

The accident on 5 Apr 1985 involved a Cessna 152, registration N6332M, at Compton, CA.

Investigation report by the U.S. National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB) historical archive. Original record: https://carol.ntsb.gov/event/20001214X36221. This page is a structured re-presentation; facts and quotes are in the National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB), United States.