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Airplane Bounces on Landing, Contacts Runway Nose-Down (N823T)

Walker, MN, US

On August 2, 1996, a Beech V35B (registration N823T) was involved in an aviation accident near Walker, MN. No fatalities were reported. Investigators recorded the probable cause as: failure of the pilot to properly flare the airplane for landing, and her improper recovery from a bounced landing. 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 2026-07-04Data APIEditorial standards

During landing, the airplane touched down longer than normal, bounced 30 feet, then contacted the runway nose-down, slid on the nose, and came to rest off the left side of the runway. No anomalies were found.

Accident Details

The pilot reported that everything appeared normal during the final approach to land. The final approach speed was 80 to 81 miles per hour. According to the pilot, the airplane touched down about one-third of the way down the runway, which she described as longer than normal.

Sequence of Events

After touching down on the main landing gear, the airplane bounced 30 feet back into the air. It then contacted the runway in a nose-down attitude, slid on the nose, and came to rest off the left side of the runway.

Examination

A post-accident examination revealed no anomalies with the airplane.

Frequently asked questions

What happened in the 2 Aug 1996 Beech V35B accident near Walker, MN?

During landing, the airplane touched down longer than normal, bounced 30 feet, then contacted the runway nose-down, slid on the nose, and came to rest off the left side of the runway. No anomalies were found.

Were there any fatalities in the 2 Aug 1996 Beech V35B accident?

No fatalities were recorded in this accident.

What aircraft was involved and where did it happen?

The accident on 2 Aug 1996 involved a Beech V35B, registration N823T, at Walker, MN.

What was the probable cause of the accident?

failure of the pilot to properly flare the airplane for landing, and her improper recovery from a bounced landing.

More accident analyses

Investigation report by the U.S. National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB) historical archive. Original record: https://carol.ntsb.gov/event/20001208X06443. This page is a structured re-presentation; facts and quotes are in the National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB), United States.