On July 10, 1993, a Piper PA-28-161 (registration N47407) operated by Cashiers, Inc. was involved in an aviation accident near Jacksonville, FL. Investigators recorded the probable cause as: The pilot's failure to maintain proper spacing and airspeed during the approach, which resulted in a fast landing, a bounce, and a departure from the runway. 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.
During a final approach behind another aircraft, the pilot executed S-turns to maintain spacing, which increased airspeed. The subsequent landing was fast and resulted in a bounce, causing the airplane to drift off the runway left side.
What happened
The accident occurred while the pilot was conducting a final approach behind another aircraft that was performing touch-and-go landings. To maintain proper spacing between the two airplanes, the pilot performed S-turns during the descent. During these maneuvers, the airspeed increased significantly.
The pilot continued the approach without adequately managing the excess speed. The airplane landed at a high rate of descent and fast ground speed. Upon touchdown, the aircraft bounced off the runway surface. Following the bounce, the airplane drifted laterally to the left side of the runway.
The aircraft departed the paved surface and collided with bushes and a ditch before coming to a final rest position.
Probable cause
The pilot's failure to maintain proper spacing and airspeed during the approach, which resulted in a fast landing, a bounce, and a departure from the runway.
What happened in the 10 Jul 1993 Piper PA-28-161 accident near Jacksonville, FL?
During a final approach behind another aircraft, the pilot executed S-turns to maintain spacing, which increased airspeed. The subsequent landing was fast and resulted in a bounce, causing the airplane to drift off the runway left side.
What aircraft was involved and where did it happen?
The accident on 10 Jul 1993 involved a Piper PA-28-161, registration N47407, operated by Cashiers, Inc., at Jacksonville, FL.
What was the probable cause of the accident?
The pilot's failure to maintain proper spacing and airspeed during the approach, which resulted in a fast landing, a bounce, and a departure from the runway.
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