On August 15, 1998, a Cessna 172N (registration N6172D) was involved in an aviation accident near Traverse City, MI. No fatalities were reported. Investigators recorded the probable cause as: the inadvertent stall/mush. Factors contributing to this accident were the pilot's improper compensation for the wind conditions, and his excessively high 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 the landing flare of a touch-and-go, the airplane's right wing and nose rose abruptly. The pilot maintained back pressure, but the nose dipped and contacted the runway. A go-around was performed followed by a full-stop landing. Post-flight examination found no anomalies.
Incident Overview
A pilot reported an incident during a touch-and-go landing. The approach was normal, but during the landing flare, the airplane's right wing and nose rose abruptly. The pilot maintained back pressure on the controls in an attempt to hold the proper attitude. Subsequently, the airplane's nose dipped and made contact with the runway surface.
Pilot Actions
After the nose contacted the runway, the pilot executed a go-around and flew another traffic pattern. The second landing was a full-stop landing, which was completed without further incident.
Aircraft Examination
A post-flight examination of the airplane was conducted. No anomalies or mechanical issues were found. The airplane was inspected and determined to be in normal condition.
What happened in the 15 Aug 1998 Cessna 172N accident near Traverse City, MI?
A pilot reported that during the landing flare of a touch-and-go, the airplane's right wing and nose rose abruptly. The pilot maintained back pressure, but the nose dipped and contacted the runway. A go-around was performed followed by a full-stop landing. Post-flight examination found no anomalies.
Were there any fatalities in the 15 Aug 1998 Cessna 172N accident?
No fatalities were recorded in this accident.
What aircraft was involved and where did it happen?
The accident on 15 Aug 1998 involved a Cessna 172N, registration N6172D, at Traverse City, MI.
What was the probable cause of the accident?
the inadvertent stall/mush. Factors contributing to this accident were the pilot's improper compensation for the wind conditions, and his excessively high flare.
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