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Hard Landing Short of Runway 28L Results in Wheel Separation and Nose Over (N1127B)

Vancouver, WA, US

On March 15, 1992, a Luscombe 8A (registration N1127B) operated by Edward U. Mcbride was involved in an aviation accident near Vancouver, WA. Investigators recorded the probable cause as: THE PILOT'S FAILURE TO MAINTAIN THE PROPER RATE OF DESCENT. This summary draws on records from the U.S. National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB) historical archive.

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

During final approach, the pilot used a slip to lose altitude. The aircraft dropped and hit hard short of the runway threshold, causing the right main wheel to separate and the aircraft to nose over.

Accident Details

During final approach to Runway 28L, the pilot utilized a slip maneuver to lose altitude. Just before touchdown, the pilot reported that the aircraft dropped and impacted the ground hard short of the runway threshold. The right main wheel separated from the aircraft, and the aircraft nosed over immediately thereafter.

Approach Conditions

Winds at nearby reporting stations were light. The runway's 20:1 approach clearance plane was obstructed, and the runway was not marked for a clear 20:1 approach clearance plane. Additionally, no visual glide slope information was available to pilots landing on this runway.

Aircraft Damage

The aircraft sustained damage including separation of the right main wheel and a nose-over event. No further damage was specified in the report.

Contributing Factors (Not Stated)

The investigation source did not explicitly state any contributing factors or causal links between the approach conditions and the accident.

Frequently asked questions

What happened in the 15 Mar 1992 Luscombe 8A accident near Vancouver, WA?

During final approach, the pilot used a slip to lose altitude. The aircraft dropped and hit hard short of the runway threshold, causing the right main wheel to separate and the aircraft to nose over.

What aircraft was involved and where did it happen?

The accident on 15 Mar 1992 involved a Luscombe 8A, registration N1127B, operated by Edward U. Mcbride, at Vancouver, WA.

What was the probable cause of the accident?

THE PILOT'S FAILURE TO MAINTAIN THE PROPER RATE OF DESCENT.

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Investigation report by the U.S. National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB) historical archive. Original record: https://carol.ntsb.gov/event/20001211X14352. This page is a structured re-presentation; facts and quotes are in the National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB), United States.