On September 12, 1985, a Cessna 152 (registration N5269Q) was involved in an aviation accident near Olathe, KS. Investigators recorded the probable cause as: The student pilot's loss of directional control during a landing roll while practicing touch-and-go landings. 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.
A student pilot lost directional control during a landing roll while practicing touch-and-go maneuvers, causing the aircraft to depart the runway and flip inverted.
What happened
The accident occurred while a student pilot was conducting practice touch-and-go landings. During one of these maneuvers, the pilot lost directional control of the aircraft while it was still on the ground during the landing roll. The aircraft departed the side of the runway and subsequently collapsed its nose gear. Following this impact, the aircraft flipped to an inverted position.
The investigation
Weather data reported by the Flight Service Station (FSS) indicated that winds in the local area were from 110 degrees at 12 knots, with gusts reaching 17 knots. These conditions were present during the practice session when directional control was lost.
Probable cause
The student pilot's loss of directional control during a landing roll while practicing touch-and-go landings.
What happened in the 12 Sept 1985 Cessna 152 accident near Olathe, KS?
A student pilot lost directional control during a landing roll while practicing touch-and-go maneuvers, causing the aircraft to depart the runway and flip inverted.
What aircraft was involved and where did it happen?
The accident on 12 Sept 1985 involved a Cessna 152, registration N5269Q, at Olathe, KS.
What was the probable cause of the accident?
The student pilot's loss of directional control during a landing roll while practicing touch-and-go landings.
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