On February 13, 1987, a Cessna 182R (registration N5448N) was involved in an aviation accident near Mobile, AL. No fatalities were reported. This summary draws on records from the U.S. National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB) historical archive.
A student pilot and CFI experienced a hard landing, bounce, and porpoising on a second landing attempt, resulting in damage to the nose gear and firewall. Both pilots had been awake for 14 hours and flown nearly 8 hours at the time of the incident.
Incident Details
A student pilot attempted to land, touching down hard on all three wheels and swerving to the right. The pilot then initiated a go-around after the hard landing and bounce. During a second landing attempt, the student pilot reportedly raised the nose, causing the aircraft to porpoise. The certified flight instructor (CFI) assumed control and attempted to minimize the bounce.
Aircraft Damage
Subsequent examination of the aircraft revealed damage to the nose gear and firewall.
Pilot Information
The CFI reported that both he and the student had been awake for 14 hours and had flown nearly 8 hours at the time of the mishap.
Frequently asked questions
What happened in the 13 Feb 1987 Cessna 182R accident near Mobile, AL?
A student pilot and CFI experienced a hard landing, bounce, and porpoising on a second landing attempt, resulting in damage to the nose gear and firewall. Both pilots had been awake for 14 hours and flown nearly 8 hours at the time of the incident.
Were there any fatalities in the 13 Feb 1987 Cessna 182R accident?
No fatalities were recorded in this accident.
What aircraft was involved and where did it happen?
The accident on 13 Feb 1987 involved a Cessna 182R, registration N5448N, at Mobile, AL.
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