Casualties unknown

1992-05-12: Piper PA-12 (N98951) — Future Flyers Incorporated — Easton, PA

Easton, PA, US

On May 12, 1992, a Piper PA-12 (registration N98951) operated by Future Flyers Incorporated was involved in an aviation accident near Easton, PA. Investigators recorded the probable cause as: THE PILOT'S INADEQUATE RECOVERY FROM A BOUNCED LANDING AND FAILURE TO MAINTAIN DIRECTIONAL CONTROL. 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 1781061362Data APIEditorial standards

A pilot bounced during touchdown and initiated a go-around, maneuvering the aircraft around parked planes and buildings before striking two trees; no mechanical issues were reported.

What happened

The pilot reported that the aircraft experienced a bounce upon touchdown. Immediately following this event, the airplane turned to the right. To avoid colliding with obstacles located on the side of the runway, the pilot initiated a go-around maneuver.

During the subsequent flight path, the pilot navigated the aircraft around several stationary objects and structures, including parked airplanes, a building, fuel pumps, hangars, and a house. The sequence concluded when the airplane impacted two trees.

The investigation

The pilot stated that there was no mechanical malfunction of the airplane involved in the incident.

Investigation report by the U.S. National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB) historical archive. Original record: https://carol.ntsb.gov/event/20001211X14585. This page is a structured re-presentation; facts and quotes are in the National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB), United States.