On December 3, 1995, a Piper PA-28-161 (registration N2226Z) operated by Meridan Aviation was involved in an aviation accident near Meriden, CT. Investigators recorded the probable cause as: The pilot's improper flare and improper recovery from a bounced landing. The unfavorable wind condition was a related factor. This summary draws on records from the U.S. National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB) historical archive; 4 related events involving the same aircraft type or operator are linked below.
An airplane landed on Runway 18 with a right quartering crosswind of 20 knots gusting to 25. After touchdown, it bounced, became airborne, rolled right, and touched down nose-down, right-wing-low, departing the runway through trees and bushes.
Landing and Initial Touchdown
The pilot performed a landing on Runway 18. The wind was from a right quartering crosswind direction, variable, with a velocity of 20 knots and gusts to 25 knots. After the initial touchdown, the airplane bounced and became airborne again.
Roll and Control Inputs
Subsequently, the airplane started to roll to the right. The pilot reported applying left aileron and left rudder to correct the roll.
Second Touchdown and Runway Excursion
Despite the control inputs, the airplane touched down in a nose-down, right-wing-down attitude. It then departed the right side of the runway. The airplane traveled through small trees and bushes before coming to rest.
Damage and Injuries
The source does not specify any damage or injuries.
Frequently asked questions
What happened in the 3 Dec 1995 Piper PA-28-161 accident near Meriden, CT?
An airplane landed on Runway 18 with a right quartering crosswind of 20 knots gusting to 25. After touchdown, it bounced, became airborne, rolled right, and touched down nose-down, right-wing-low, departing the runway through trees and bushes.
What aircraft was involved and where did it happen?
The accident on 3 Dec 1995 involved a Piper PA-28-161, registration N2226Z, operated by Meridan Aviation, at Meriden, CT.
What was the probable cause of the accident?
The pilot's improper flare and improper recovery from a bounced landing. The unfavorable wind condition was a related factor.