No fatalities

Pilot Reports Wing Strike During Go-Around After Firm Landing (N1909V)

Aurora, OR, US

On May 21, 1999, a Cessna R172K (registration N1909V) was involved in an aviation accident near Aurora, OR. No fatalities were reported. Investigators recorded the probable cause as: Aircraft control was not maintained. The pilot's misjudged flare and inadequate remedial action, along with the flight instructors delayed remedial action were factors. This summary draws on records from the U.S. National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB) historical archive.

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During a full flap landing, the pilot flared high, heard stall horn, then touched down firmly. Adding full power caused a veer left, leading to wing contact with runway. Instructor completed go-around, noticed wing tip vibration, and landed safely.

Incident Overview

A pilot reported that the approach for a full flap landing was normal. However, the flare was executed slightly high, approximately ten feet above the runway. The stall horn activated when the airplane was about five feet above the runway surface.

Touchdown and Go-Around

The main landing gear touched down "firmly" while the airplane was in a nose-high attitude. In response, the pilot added full power. Subsequently, the airplane veered to the left side of the runway. The flight instructor then assumed control of the aircraft to continue the go-around. During this maneuver, the left wing dipped and contacted the runway surface, though the instructor did not initially realize this had occurred.

Post-Go-Around Actions

While on the downwind leg, the pilot observed that the wing tip fairing was vibrating. Despite this, the flight instructor continued the pattern and executed a landing without further incident.

Conclusion

The event involved a firm landing followed by a go-around attempt that resulted in a wing strike. No injuries or further damage were reported in the source.

Frequently asked questions

What happened in the 21 May 1999 Cessna R172K accident near Aurora, OR?

During a full flap landing, the pilot flared high, heard stall horn, then touched down firmly. Adding full power caused a veer left, leading to wing contact with runway. Instructor completed go-around, noticed wing tip vibration, and landed safely.

Were there any fatalities in the 21 May 1999 Cessna R172K accident?

No fatalities were recorded in this accident.

What aircraft was involved and where did it happen?

The accident on 21 May 1999 involved a Cessna R172K, registration N1909V, at Aurora, OR.

What was the probable cause of the accident?

Aircraft control was not maintained. The pilot's misjudged flare and inadequate remedial action, along with the flight instructors delayed remedial action were factors.

Investigation report by the U.S. National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB) historical archive. Original record: https://carol.ntsb.gov/event/20001212X18896. This page is a structured re-presentation; facts and quotes are in the National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB), United States.