On July 24, 1993, a Cessna 172P (registration N65709) operated by Professional Avn. Svc. was involved in an aviation accident near Cookson, OK. No fatalities were reported. Investigators recorded the probable cause as: The pilot's decision to abort the landing after a bounce, which resulted in gear collision with a fence and subsequent airspeed decay leading to a stall. This summary draws on records from the U.S. National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB) historical archive.
After bouncing on a sod runway, the pilot aborted the landing. The left main gear struck a fence, causing airspeed decay that led to a stall in an open pasture.
What happened
The aircraft was operating on a sod strip when it bounced upon touchdown. Due to the bounce, the pilot elected to abort the landing and initiate a go-around. During this maneuver, the left main landing gear collided with a fence located near the runway environment.
Following the collision with the fence, the pilot observed that the airspeed was decaying rapidly. The airspeed dropped to approximately forty knots. Recognizing the critical loss of energy and speed, the pilot decided to intentionally stall the airplane. The aircraft descended into an open pasture area.
Probable cause
The pilot's decision to abort the landing after a bounce, which resulted in gear collision with a fence and subsequent airspeed decay leading to a stall.
Frequently asked questions
What happened in the 24 Jul 1993 Cessna 172P accident near Cookson, OK?
After bouncing on a sod runway, the pilot aborted the landing. The left main gear struck a fence, causing airspeed decay that led to a stall in an open pasture.
Were there any fatalities in the 24 Jul 1993 Cessna 172P accident?
No fatalities were recorded in this accident.
What aircraft was involved and where did it happen?
The accident on 24 Jul 1993 involved a Cessna 172P, registration N65709, operated by Professional Avn. Svc., at Cookson, OK.
What was the probable cause of the accident?
The pilot's decision to abort the landing after a bounce, which resulted in gear collision with a fence and subsequent airspeed decay leading to a stall.
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