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Pilot with Recent Hip Surgery Crashes Aircraft After Hard Landing (N42712)

Auburn, CA, US

On October 25, 1995, a Cessna 182L (registration N42712) was involved in an aviation accident near Auburn, CA. No fatalities were reported. Investigators recorded the probable cause as: the pilot's failure to maintain directional control following a hard landing. His physical impairment was a factor. This summary draws on records from the U.S. National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB) historical archive.

Sourcesthe U.S. National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB) historical archivePrimary reportUpdated 2026-06-19Data APIEditorial standards

An aircraft sustained significant damage after a hard landing caused it to swerve off the runway and collapse its nose gear, injuring the pilot who had not fully recovered from hip surgery.

What happened

The flight ended abruptly when the airplane touched down with excessive force, causing it to bounce back into the air. Upon the second touchdown, the aircraft lost directional control and swerved off the paved surface, entering rough terrain where the nose gear assembly collapsed under the stress.

Witnesses who assisted the pilot immediately after the incident noted that he had significant difficulty walking and required the use of crutches to move. The pilot informed these witnesses that he had not yet fully recovered from recent hip surgery, which likely contributed to his physical limitations during the critical phase of landing.

Frequently asked questions

What happened in the 25 Oct 1995 Cessna 182L accident near Auburn, CA?

An aircraft sustained significant damage after a hard landing caused it to swerve off the runway and collapse its nose gear, injuring the pilot who had not fully recovered from hip surgery.

Were there any fatalities in the 25 Oct 1995 Cessna 182L accident?

No fatalities were recorded in this accident.

What aircraft was involved and where did it happen?

The accident on 25 Oct 1995 involved a Cessna 182L, registration N42712, at Auburn, CA.

What was the probable cause of the accident?

the pilot's failure to maintain directional control following a hard landing. His physical impairment was a factor.

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Investigation report by the U.S. National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB) historical archive. Original record: https://carol.ntsb.gov/event/20001207X04732. This page is a structured re-presentation; facts and quotes are in the National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB), United States.