No fatalities

Long Landing Leads to Go-Around and Nose Gear Collapse (N2189H)

Columbia Stn, OH, US

On September 4, 1993, a Piper PA-28-181 (registration N2189H) operated by Illinois Valley Flying Club was involved in an aviation accident near Columbia Stn, OH. No fatalities were reported. Investigators recorded the probable cause as: THE PILOT'S DELAY IN INITIATING A GO-AROUND (ABORTED LANDING), AND HIS IMPROPER RAISING OF THE FLAPS AT A LOW AIRSPEED AFTER LIFT-OFF, WHICH RESULTED IN A STALL/MUSH. This summary draws on records from the U.S. National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB) historical archive; 5 related events involving the same aircraft type or operator are linked below.

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During a landing approach, the airplane touched down long, prompting a go-around. The pilot retracted flaps, causing the aircraft to settle, resulting in a hard touchdown, nose gear collapse, and a veer off the runway into brush and trees. Substantial damage occurred.

Approach and Touchdown

According to the pilot's report, during the approach to land, the airplane was high and subsequently touched down long on the runway. Recognizing the situation, the pilot initiated a go-around to abort the landing.

Go-Around and Flap Retraction

As the airplane began to climb, it did not seem to accelerate or climb fast enough. In response, the pilot retracted the flaps. Immediately following the flap retraction, the airplane began to settle back toward the runway.

Accident Sequence

The airplane touched down hard, causing the nose gear to collapse. The aircraft then angled off the runway, sliding into brush and trees. The collision resulted in substantial damage to the airframe.

Investigation

Post-accident examination revealed no pre-existing mechanical issues with the airplane. No further causal factors were identified in the available information.

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Frequently asked questions

What happened in the 4 Sept 1993 Piper PA-28-181 accident near Columbia Stn, OH?

During a landing approach, the airplane touched down long, prompting a go-around. The pilot retracted flaps, causing the aircraft to settle, resulting in a hard touchdown, nose gear collapse, and a veer off the runway into brush and trees. Substantial damage occurred.

Were there any fatalities in the 4 Sept 1993 Piper PA-28-181 accident?

No fatalities were recorded in this accident.

What aircraft was involved and where did it happen?

The accident on 4 Sept 1993 involved a Piper PA-28-181, registration N2189H, operated by Illinois Valley Flying Club, at Columbia Stn, OH.

What was the probable cause of the accident?

THE PILOT'S DELAY IN INITIATING A GO-AROUND (ABORTED LANDING), AND HIS IMPROPER RAISING OF THE FLAPS AT A LOW AIRSPEED AFTER LIFT-OFF, WHICH RESULTED IN A STALL/MUSH. A FACTOR RELATED TO THE ACCIDENT WAS: THE PILOT'S FAILURE TO ATTAIN THE PROPER TOUCHDOWN POINT FOR LANDING.

Investigation report by the U.S. National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB) historical archive. Original record: https://carol.ntsb.gov/event/20001211X13341. This page is a structured re-presentation; facts and quotes are in the National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB), United States.