Casualties unknown

Aircraft Nose Over After Inadvertent Stall on Landing (N733XV)

Gulfport, MS, US

On December 18, 1991, a Cessna 172N (registration N733XV) operated by Stringer, John D. was involved in an aviation accident near Gulfport, MS. Investigators recorded the probable cause as: FAILURE OF THE PILOT-IN-COMMAND TO PERFORM A GO-AROUND AND INADVERTENT STALL. 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.

Sourcesthe U.S. National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB) historical archivePrimary reportUpdated 2026-07-04Data APIEditorial standards

On final approach, a student pilot and private pilot PIC encountered a stall after a bounced landing, resulting in a nose-low impact and nose gear collapse.

Flight and Approach

The aircraft was on final approach with full flaps lowered when it was observed to be both high and fast. The student pilot, flying from the left seat, began the flare prematurely.

Bounced Landing and Stall

During the flare, the aircraft floated, then briefly touched down before becoming airborne again. The private pilot-rated PIC, seated in the right seat, assumed control but stated he did not want to initiate a go-around with the flaps fully extended.

According to the student pilot, the PIC then applied full aft control column input. This caused the aircraft to inadvertently stall, and it subsequently impacted the ground in a nose-low attitude.

Post-Impact Sequence

Upon impact, the nose landing gear collapsed, and the aircraft nosed over before coming to rest.

Investigation Notes

The exact aircraft type, registration, operator, date, location, and occupant injuries are not specified in the source. The source provided no analysis or probable cause determination.

All Cessna 172 accidents →

Frequently asked questions

What happened in the 18 Dec 1991 Cessna 172N accident near Gulfport, MS?

On final approach, a student pilot and private pilot PIC encountered a stall after a bounced landing, resulting in a nose-low impact and nose gear collapse.

What aircraft was involved and where did it happen?

The accident on 18 Dec 1991 involved a Cessna 172N, registration N733XV, operated by Stringer, John D., at Gulfport, MS.

What was the probable cause of the accident?

FAILURE OF THE PILOT-IN-COMMAND TO PERFORM A GO-AROUND AND INADVERTENT STALL.

Investigation report by the U.S. National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB) historical archive. Original record: https://carol.ntsb.gov/event/20001212X18643. This page is a structured re-presentation; facts and quotes are in the National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB), United States.