Casualties unknown

Student Pilot Accident During Touch-and-Go Landing Practice (N739VN)

Englewood, CO, US

On July 27, 1994, a Cessna 172N (registration N739VN) was involved in an aviation accident near Englewood, CO. Investigators recorded the probable cause as: AN INADVERTENT STALL. A FACTOR WAS THE PILOT'S EXCESSIVE FLARE. This summary draws on records from the U.S. National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB) historical archive; 1 related events involving the same aircraft type or operator are linked below.

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A student pilot practicing touch-and-go landings reported a normal approach, but during flare the airplane climbed. Adding power did not prevent climb; stall warning sounded. The airplane struck the ground beside the runway and nosed over.

Accident Summary

A student pilot was conducting touch-and-go landing practice at an undisclosed location. The pilot later stated that the landing approach was routine. However, as the airplane flared for touchdown, it unexpectedly began to climb.

Pilot Account

According to the pilot, he added power to prevent a stall as the airplane climbed. Despite this action, the airplane continued to gain altitude, and the stall warning horn activated. The pilot believed he had applied full engine power. The airplane then drifted to the left of the runway centerline.

Aftermath

The airplane subsequently struck the ground adjacent to the runway. After impact, the airplane nosed over. No further details were provided regarding injuries, damage, or aircraft specifics. The investigation did not identify a probable cause for the event.

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Frequently asked questions

What happened in the 27 Jul 1994 Cessna 172N accident near Englewood, CO?

A student pilot practicing touch-and-go landings reported a normal approach, but during flare the airplane climbed. Adding power did not prevent climb; stall warning sounded. The airplane struck the ground beside the runway and nosed over.

What aircraft was involved and where did it happen?

The accident on 27 Jul 1994 involved a Cessna 172N, registration N739VN, at Englewood, CO.

What was the probable cause of the accident?

AN INADVERTENT STALL. A FACTOR WAS THE PILOT'S EXCESSIVE FLARE.

Investigation report by the U.S. National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB) historical archive. Original record: https://carol.ntsb.gov/event/20001206X01759. This page is a structured re-presentation; facts and quotes are in the National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB), United States.