On August 6, 1992, a Cessna 310I (registration N158F) operated by Pro Aircraft was involved in an aviation accident near Bridgeport, TX. Investigators recorded the probable cause as: STUDENT PILOT'S FAILURE TO MAINTAIN DIRECTIONAL CONTROL AND IMPROPER SUPERVISION BY THE INSTRUCTOR PILOT. This summary draws on records from the U.S. National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB) historical archive; 2 related events involving the same aircraft type or operator are linked below.
During an instructional flight, a student pilot reduced power before touchdown, causing a bounced landing. After applying full power, the airplane veered left, struck its wing, cartwheeled, and lost both engines.
Accident Sequence
The accident occurred during an instructional flight. The instructor pilot configured the aircraft for single-engine operation by setting the left engine to zero thrust. The instructor then directed the student pilot to land at a local airport. As the student approached the runway, power was reduced just prior to touchdown. The aircraft contacted the runway and bounced into the air.
In response to the bounce, the student pilot applied full power to both engines in an attempt to go around. However, the airplane veered to the left. The left wing subsequently struck the ground. After the wing made contact, the aircraft cartwheeled. Both engines separated from the airframe during the cartwheel.
No further details about the flight, aircraft, or individuals involved are available from the source.
Frequently asked questions
What happened in the 6 Aug 1992 Cessna 310I accident near Bridgeport, TX?
During an instructional flight, a student pilot reduced power before touchdown, causing a bounced landing. After applying full power, the airplane veered left, struck its wing, cartwheeled, and lost both engines.
What aircraft was involved and where did it happen?
The accident on 6 Aug 1992 involved a Cessna 310I, registration N158F, operated by Pro Aircraft, at Bridgeport, TX.
What was the probable cause of the accident?
STUDENT PILOT'S FAILURE TO MAINTAIN DIRECTIONAL CONTROL AND IMPROPER SUPERVISION BY THE INSTRUCTOR PILOT.