On May 13, 1989, a Cessna 172N (registration N733VS) operated by House, Harper H. was involved in an aviation accident near Fuquay, NC. No fatalities were reported. Investigators recorded the probable cause as: The pilot's inadequate flare during landing, which led to a hard touchdown and subsequent loss of directional control. 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.
A student pilot experienced a hard landing during a touch-and-go maneuver on her fourth attempt, losing directional control and veering into a swampy area beside the runway.
What happened
During a solo-instructional flight, a student pilot was conducting a series of touch-and-go landings. On her fourth attempt, she landed hard upon initial contact with the runway surface. The pilot later reported that she failed to adequately flare the aircraft prior to touchdown. Following the impact, she was unable to maintain directional control while on the ground.
The aircraft departed the paved surface and entered a swampy area adjacent to the runway. The incident resulted in damage to the airplane.
Probable cause
The pilot's inadequate flare during landing, which led to a hard touchdown and subsequent loss of directional control.
What happened in the 13 May 1989 Cessna 172N accident near Fuquay, NC?
A student pilot experienced a hard landing during a touch-and-go maneuver on her fourth attempt, losing directional control and veering into a swampy area beside the runway.
Were there any fatalities in the 13 May 1989 Cessna 172N accident?
No fatalities were recorded in this accident.
What aircraft was involved and where did it happen?
The accident on 13 May 1989 involved a Cessna 172N, registration N733VS, operated by House, Harper H., at Fuquay, NC.
What was the probable cause of the accident?
The pilot's inadequate flare during landing, which led to a hard touchdown and subsequent loss of directional control.
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