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Student Pilot's Hard Bounce and Crash During Crosswind Landing (N24485)

Hattiesburg, MS, US

On October 16, 1986, a Cessna 152 (registration N24485) operated by Mississippi Aero, Inc. was involved in an aviation accident near Hattiesburg, MS. 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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A student pilot on a supervised solo flight attempted a crosswind landing with full flaps, resulting in a hard bounce of about 70 feet and a subsequent crash.

Incident Overview

A student pilot flying a supervised solo flight returned to the airport for landing. He stated that he had always been scared of landings and noticed the windsock was standing straight out. He later expressed his intention to continue flying and felt he needed more crosswind landing training. The pilot initiated a crosswind landing on Runway 31 with full flaps deployed.

Witness Account

According to a witness, the aircraft landed hard, bounced an estimated 70 feet into the air, fell off on one wing, and then crashed to the ground.

Weather and Procedures

Approximately 28 miles north, at Pine Belt Regional Airport, the wind was from 010 degrees at 5 knots. The aircraft handbook stated that only minimal flap settings should be used when landing in a crosswind, while also considering the runway length.

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Frequently asked questions

What happened in the 16 Oct 1986 Cessna 152 accident near Hattiesburg, MS?

A student pilot on a supervised solo flight attempted a crosswind landing with full flaps, resulting in a hard bounce of about 70 feet and a subsequent crash.

What aircraft was involved and where did it happen?

The accident on 16 Oct 1986 involved a Cessna 152, registration N24485, operated by Mississippi Aero, Inc., at Hattiesburg, MS.

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Investigation report by the U.S. National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB) historical archive. Original record: https://carol.ntsb.gov/event/20001213X35005. This page is a structured re-presentation; facts and quotes are in the National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB), United States.