On March 16, 1986, a Cessna 152 (registration N4633B) was involved in an aviation accident near Brooklyn Park, MN. Investigators recorded the probable cause as: The pilot's failure to maintain directional control and proper flare technique during landing, which resulted in a bounced landing and subsequent nose-over after striking a snowbank during a go-around attempt. 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 bounced during landing, drifted to the runway edge, and struck a snowbank while attempting a go-around, resulting in a nose-over.
What happened
The aircraft experienced a bounce upon initial touchdown. During the attempt to re-flare and recover altitude, the aircraft drifted toward the edge of the runway. The solo student pilot applied full power to initiate a go-around maneuver. However, during this phase of the flight, the left main wheel struck a snowbank located along the side of the runway. This impact caused the aircraft to pitch forward and come to rest on its nose in the snow.
Findings
The sequence of events indicates that the initial bounce compromised the landing gear's contact with the runway surface. The subsequent drift to the edge placed the left wheel in a hazardous position relative to the snowbank. The application of full power during the go-around likely increased the pitch-up moment, exacerbating the impact with the obstacle.
Probable cause
The pilot's failure to maintain directional control and proper flare technique during landing, which resulted in a bounced landing and subsequent nose-over after striking a snowbank during a go-around attempt.
What happened in the 16 Mar 1986 Cessna 152 accident near Brooklyn Park, MN?
A student pilot bounced during landing, drifted to the runway edge, and struck a snowbank while attempting a go-around, resulting in a nose-over.
What aircraft was involved and where did it happen?
The accident on 16 Mar 1986 involved a Cessna 152, registration N4633B, at Brooklyn Park, MN.
What was the probable cause of the accident?
The pilot's failure to maintain directional control and proper flare technique during landing, which resulted in a bounced landing and subsequent nose-over after striking a snowbank during a go-around attempt.
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