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Nose gear collapse following bounce during landing (N757PY)

Chatham, MA, US

On November 1, 1987, a Cessna 152 (registration N757PY) operated by Cape Cod Aeromarinen was involved in an aviation accident near Chatham, MA. Investigators recorded the probable cause as: The pilot's failure to maintain control during the landing roll, resulting in a bounce and subsequent nose gear collapse. 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.

Sourcesthe U.S. National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB) historical archivePrimary reportUpdated 2026-06-19Data APIEditorial standards

A light aircraft sustained structural damage after the nose gear collapsed during a bounce on touchdown. The flight was uneventful prior to the approach.

What happened

The pleasure flight lasted approximately 25 minutes and proceeded without incident until the final phase of operation. The pilot executed the approach and entered the traffic pattern using standard procedures, communicating intentions via UNICOM.

Upon touchdown, the aircraft landed longer than usual. The pilot reported bouncing the aircraft several times during the landing roll. Following these bounces, the nose gear collapsed, causing the aircraft to come to an abrupt stop.

The investigation

The source text does not provide specific details regarding mechanical examination or post-accident findings beyond the immediate sequence of events.

Probable cause

The pilot's failure to maintain control during the landing roll, resulting in a bounce and subsequent nose gear collapse.

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Frequently asked questions

What happened in the 1 Nov 1987 Cessna 152 accident near Chatham, MA?

A light aircraft sustained structural damage after the nose gear collapsed during a bounce on touchdown. The flight was uneventful prior to the approach.

What aircraft was involved and where did it happen?

The accident on 1 Nov 1987 involved a Cessna 152, registration N757PY, operated by Cape Cod Aeromarinen, at Chatham, MA.

What was the probable cause of the accident?

The pilot's failure to maintain control during the landing roll, resulting in a bounce and subsequent nose gear collapse.

More accident analyses

Investigation report by the U.S. National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB) historical archive. Original record: https://carol.ntsb.gov/event/20001213X32613. This page is a structured re-presentation; facts and quotes are in the National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB), United States.