On July 4, 1997, a Cessna 172 (registration N7359A) operated by Arvie M. Allison was involved in an aviation accident near Goodyear, AZ. Investigators recorded the probable cause as: The pilot's inadequate compensation for the existing crosswind condition, and his resultant failure to maintain directional control of the aircraft during the 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 reported that during landing, the aircraft ballooned to about 10 feet. After adding power, the left wing lost lift at 5 feet, causing the aircraft to turn left and veer off the runway. Winds were 250 degrees at 8 knots.
Accident Details
During the landing attempt, the aircraft ballooned slightly to an altitude of about 10 feet above the runway surface. The pilot then added power in an effort to lower the aircraft back to the runway. At approximately 5 feet above the ground, the left wing lost lift and dropped, causing the aircraft to turn left and veer off the runway.
Pilot Account
The pilot stated that after ballooning, he added power and attempted to bring the aircraft down. He reported that at around 5 feet, the left wing lost lift, leading to a left turn and subsequent veer off the runway.
Weather Conditions
The weather observation taken at the airport at the time of the accident reported winds from 250 degrees at 8 knots.
What happened in the 4 Jul 1997 Cessna 172 accident near Goodyear, AZ?
A pilot reported that during landing, the aircraft ballooned to about 10 feet. After adding power, the left wing lost lift at 5 feet, causing the aircraft to turn left and veer off the runway. Winds were 250 degrees at 8 knots.
What aircraft was involved and where did it happen?
The accident on 4 Jul 1997 involved a Cessna 172, registration N7359A, operated by Arvie M. Allison, at Goodyear, AZ.
What was the probable cause of the accident?
The pilot's inadequate compensation for the existing crosswind condition, and his resultant failure to maintain directional control of the aircraft during the landing flare.
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