On September 18, 1994, a Cessna 172N (registration N738ET) operated by Morcom Aviation Services Inc was involved in an aviation accident near Orcas, WA. Investigators recorded the probable cause as: THE PILOT'S IMPROPER LANDING 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.
A pilot experienced unexplained flight control resistance on final approach, preventing a level touchdown and causing the aircraft to bounce upon landing.
The pilot reported that while on final approach for landing, she experienced resistance in the flight controls and was unable to level the airplane for touchdown. The airplane landed hard and bounced before coming to a stop.
During an inspection of the flight controls, there was no evidence found to indicate a mechanical failure or malfunction.
A pilot experienced unexplained flight control resistance on final approach, preventing a level touchdown and causing the aircraft to bounce upon landing.
The accident on 18 Sept 1994 involved a Cessna 172N, registration N738ET, operated by Morcom Aviation Services Inc, at Orcas, WA.
THE PILOT'S IMPROPER LANDING FLARE.
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