Casualties unknown

Nose Gear Collapse After Hard Landing on Runway 18 (N5286P)

Waukesha, WI, US

On May 13, 1987, a Cessna 152 (registration N5286P) operated by Trans Air Corp. was involved in an aviation accident near Waukesha, WI. 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 pilot reported that during a landing on runway 18, the aircraft veered left, landed heavily, and the nose gear collapsed, causing it to skid into adjacent grass.

Incident Details

According to the pilot, he entered the downwind leg for runway 18 and the approach "seemed normal." He stated that he "slipped into wind" on final approach and extended ten degrees of flaps. However, when he straightened out, the aircraft "veered" to the left suddenly.

Pilot's Account

The pilot reported that he attempted to recover using the rudders, but the aircraft landed "heavily" on the left side of the runway. The nose gear collapsed upon impact. The aircraft then skidded to the left and came to rest in the grass alongside the runway. No other information was provided regarding injuries, aircraft damage beyond the nose gear, or environmental conditions.

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Frequently asked questions

What happened in the 13 May 1987 Cessna 152 accident near Waukesha, WI?

A pilot reported that during a landing on runway 18, the aircraft veered left, landed heavily, and the nose gear collapsed, causing it to skid into adjacent grass.

What aircraft was involved and where did it happen?

The accident on 13 May 1987 involved a Cessna 152, registration N5286P, operated by Trans Air Corp., at Waukesha, WI.

Investigation report by the U.S. National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB) historical archive. Original record: https://carol.ntsb.gov/event/20001213X30896. This page is a structured re-presentation; facts and quotes are in the National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB), United States.