On January 16, 1992, a Cessna 172P (registration N65513) operated by P.c. Flyers, Inc. was involved in an aviation accident near Englewood, CO. No fatalities were reported. Investigators recorded the probable cause as: The student pilot's improper use of brakes during a simulated soft field touch and go, which resulted in a loss of control. This summary draws on records from the U.S. National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB) historical archive; 4 related events involving the same aircraft type or operator are linked below.
A student pilot lost control of a Cessna 172 during a simulated soft field touch and go due to improper brake usage, causing the aircraft to strike runway lights and settle in snow beside the runway.
What happened
The incident occurred while a student pilot was conducting a simulated soft field touch and go maneuver. During the rollout phase, the student pilot lost control of the aircraft by improperly using the brakes. As the aircraft began to become airborne while departing the side of the runway, the certified flight instructor, who had not previously instructed in this specific Cessna 172 model, took control of the aircraft.
The aircraft subsequently struck runway lights and a taxiway sign before settling into soft snow beside the runway. No further details regarding injuries or fatalities were provided in the source text.
Probable cause
The student pilot's improper use of brakes during a simulated soft field touch and go, which resulted in a loss of control.
What happened in the 16 Jan 1992 Cessna 172P accident near Englewood, CO?
A student pilot lost control of a Cessna 172 during a simulated soft field touch and go due to improper brake usage, causing the aircraft to strike runway lights and settle in snow beside the runway.
Were there any fatalities in the 16 Jan 1992 Cessna 172P accident?
No fatalities were recorded in this accident.
What aircraft was involved and where did it happen?
The accident on 16 Jan 1992 involved a Cessna 172P, registration N65513, operated by P.c. Flyers, Inc., at Englewood, CO.
What was the probable cause of the accident?
The student pilot's improper use of brakes during a simulated soft field touch and go, which resulted in a loss of control.
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