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Hard Landing Results in Nosewheel Failure and Nose-Over (N9446G)

Turner, ME, US

On May 21, 1992, a Cessna U206E (registration N9446G) operated by Robert H. Proulx was involved in an aviation accident near Turner, ME. Investigators recorded the probable cause as: THE PILOT'S INADEQUATE FLARE WHICH RESULTED IN A HARD LANDING. CONTRIBUTING TO THE ACCIDENT WAS THE SOFT TERRAIN. 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

The pilot, who had previously flown to the airport as a passenger, overflew the airstrip before landing hard, shearing off the nosewheel and causing the airplane to nose over. The airport owner was aboard as a passenger. No mechanical malfunction was reported.

Overview

A pilot experienced a hard landing that resulted in the nosewheel being sheared off and the airplane nosing over. The pilot had previously flown to the airport as a passenger, with the airport owner piloting the aircraft during those flights. At the time of the accident, the airport owner was aboard as a passenger.

Sequence of Events

The pilot stated that he overflew the airstrip to familiarize himself with the touchdown area. During the flare and touchdown, the pilot reported that he "pulled the power off and dropped it right in." The airplane subsequently landed hard, causing the nosewheel to shear off and the aircraft to nose over.

Additional Information

The pilot reported that there was no mechanical malfunction and that the accident could have been prevented if the field was not soft.

Frequently asked questions

What happened in the 21 May 1992 Cessna U206E accident near Turner, ME?

The pilot, who had previously flown to the airport as a passenger, overflew the airstrip before landing hard, shearing off the nosewheel and causing the airplane to nose over. The airport owner was aboard as a passenger. No mechanical malfunction was reported.

What aircraft was involved and where did it happen?

The accident on 21 May 1992 involved a Cessna U206E, registration N9446G, operated by Robert H. Proulx, at Turner, ME.

What was the probable cause of the accident?

THE PILOT'S INADEQUATE FLARE WHICH RESULTED IN A HARD LANDING. CONTRIBUTING TO THE ACCIDENT WAS THE SOFT TERRAIN.

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Investigation report by the U.S. National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB) historical archive. Original record: https://carol.ntsb.gov/event/20001211X14595. This page is a structured re-presentation; facts and quotes are in the National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB), United States.