Casualties unknown

Aircraft Noses Over After Go-Around on Final Approach in Gusty Winds (N734JP)

Pioche, NV, US

On April 12, 1986, a Cessna 172N (registration N734JP) was involved in an aviation accident near Pioche, NV. 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.

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While on a quarter-mile final in gusty crosswinds, the pilot retracted flaps and added full power; the aircraft climbed about 20 feet then descended, collapsing the main gear and shearing the nose gear before nosing over inverted.

Event Description

An aircraft experienced a ground impact after the pilot initiated a go-around during a final approach to runway 06. The incident occurred with winds from 150 degrees at 15 knots, gusting to 30 knots. While on a quarter-mile final, the pilot encountered turbulence.

Sequence of Events

The pilot reported that he retracted the flaps from 10 degrees and added full power. The aircraft climbed approximately 20 feet, then descended to ground impact. Upon impact, the main landing gear struck the ground and the nose gear was sheared off. The aircraft traveled a short distance before nosing over and coming to rest inverted.

Conclusion

The aircraft sustained damage to the landing gear and came to rest inverted. No further details about the aircraft, occupants, or injuries are available from the source.

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Frequently asked questions

What happened in the 12 Apr 1986 Cessna 172N accident near Pioche, NV?

While on a quarter-mile final in gusty crosswinds, the pilot retracted flaps and added full power; the aircraft climbed about 20 feet then descended, collapsing the main gear and shearing the nose gear before nosing over inverted.

What aircraft was involved and where did it happen?

The accident on 12 Apr 1986 involved a Cessna 172N, registration N734JP, at Pioche, NV.

Investigation report by the U.S. National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB) historical archive. Original record: https://carol.ntsb.gov/event/20001213X33421. This page is a structured re-presentation; facts and quotes are in the National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB), United States.