Casualties unknown

Landing Bounce Leads to Runway Excursion and Nose Wheel Collapse (N4976A)

Post Mills, VT, US

On September 4, 1985, a Cessna 152A (registration N4976A) was involved in an aviation accident near Post Mills, VT. This summary draws on records from the U.S. National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB) historical archive.

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

An aircraft bounced during landing on Runway 22, veered left, and while the pilot maneuvered to avoid trees, the right wing and nose wheel struck the runway, collapsing the nose wheel and causing the left wing to hit the ground.

Event Description

After reviewing air maneuvers, the pilot executed a normal approach to land on Runway 22. The aircraft touched down on all three wheels but immediately bounced back into the air. During the bounce, the aircraft drifted to the left of the runway centerline.

Sequence of Events

While the pilot attempted to turn right to avoid trees and recover from the bounced landing, the right wing and nose wheel collided with the runway surface. The impact caused the nose wheel to collapse. Subsequently, the left wing struck the ground. The aircraft came to rest in a nearly level attitude.

No further details regarding aircraft type, registration, or injuries were provided in the source.

Frequently asked questions

What happened in the 4 Sept 1985 Cessna 152A accident near Post Mills, VT?

An aircraft bounced during landing on Runway 22, veered left, and while the pilot maneuvered to avoid trees, the right wing and nose wheel struck the runway, collapsing the nose wheel and causing the left wing to hit the ground.

What aircraft was involved and where did it happen?

The accident on 4 Sept 1985 involved a Cessna 152A, registration N4976A, at Post Mills, VT.

Investigation report by the U.S. National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB) historical archive. Original record: https://carol.ntsb.gov/event/20001214X37885. This page is a structured re-presentation; facts and quotes are in the National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB), United States.