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Student Pilot Hard Landing During Cross-Country Results in Nose Gear Collapse (N94194)

W. Columbia, SC, US

On August 27, 1994, a Cessna 152 (registration N94194) operated by N. American Inst. OF Aviation was involved in an aviation accident near W. Columbia, SC. No fatalities were reported. Investigators recorded the probable cause as: THE STUDENT PILOT'S FAILURE TO PROPERLY FLARE THE AIRCRAFT, RESULTING IN A HARD LANDING. This summary draws on records from the U.S. National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB) historical archive; 9 related events involving the same aircraft type or operator are linked below.

Sourcesthe U.S. National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB) historical archivePrimary reportUpdated 2026-07-04Data APIEditorial standards

A solo student pilot experienced a hard landing on a cross-country flight, causing the nose gear to collapse and structural damage. The pilot reported no mechanical issues.

Incident Overview

A solo student pilot was conducting a cross-country flight when the landing led to a hard touchdown. The approach was described as normal until the flare and touchdown phases. During the landing, the aircraft touched down firmly, with the nose wheel contacting the runway immediately after the main landing gear.

Damage and Consequences

The impact caused the nose gear to collapse, resulting in structural damage to the aircraft. The force of the landing was sufficient to activate the emergency locator transmitter (ELT).

Pilot Experience

The pilot had accumulated approximately 61 hours of total flight time, including 20 hours of solo flight. The pilot reported no mechanical problems with the aircraft during the accident flight.

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Frequently asked questions

What happened in the 27 Aug 1994 Cessna 152 accident near W. Columbia, SC?

A solo student pilot experienced a hard landing on a cross-country flight, causing the nose gear to collapse and structural damage. The pilot reported no mechanical issues.

Were there any fatalities in the 27 Aug 1994 Cessna 152 accident?

No fatalities were recorded in this accident.

What aircraft was involved and where did it happen?

The accident on 27 Aug 1994 involved a Cessna 152, registration N94194, operated by N. American Inst. OF Aviation, at W. Columbia, SC.

What was the probable cause of the accident?

THE STUDENT PILOT'S FAILURE TO PROPERLY FLARE THE AIRCRAFT, RESULTING IN A HARD LANDING.

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Investigation report by the U.S. National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB) historical archive. Original record: https://carol.ntsb.gov/event/20001206X01946. This page is a structured re-presentation; facts and quotes are in the National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB), United States.