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Nose Gear Struck During Landing After Multiple Touchdowns (N2980H)

Bristol, WI, US

On July 18, 1999, an Ercoupe (eng & Research Corp.) 415-C (registration N2980H) was involved in an aviation accident near Bristol, WI. No fatalities were reported. Investigators recorded the probable cause as: the pilot's failure to perform a proper recovery from the bounced landing, resulting in the airplane's nose gear striking the runway. A factor relating to the accident was the excessive airspeed maintained during the 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

The pilot reported bouncing and floating during landing, then after rolling out, crested a hill, became airborne again, and struck the nose gear. No anomalies were found.

Pilot Report

The pilot stated that he made an approach into the airstrip after clearing a high tension power line by approximately 200 feet. The airplane's speed was approximately 70 miles per hour (mph). The airplane descended to the runway, touching down between 65 to 70 mph. The pilot reported that he bounced and floated before touching down again.

Sequence of Events

After the second touchdown, the pilot began to roll out. He said, 'I started to roll out, and crested a small hill [on the runway] with a dip on the other side of it.' The airplane became airborne again, began to settle, and then struck the nose gear.

Aircraft Examination

Examination of the airplane revealed no anomalies.

Frequently asked questions

What happened in the 18 Jul 1999 Ercoupe (eng & Research Corp.) 415-C accident near Bristol, WI?

The pilot reported bouncing and floating during landing, then after rolling out, crested a hill, became airborne again, and struck the nose gear. No anomalies were found.

Were there any fatalities in the 18 Jul 1999 Ercoupe (eng & Research Corp.) 415-C accident?

No fatalities were recorded in this accident.

What aircraft was involved and where did it happen?

The accident on 18 Jul 1999 involved an Ercoupe (eng & Research Corp.) 415-C, registration N2980H, at Bristol, WI.

What was the probable cause of the accident?

the pilot's failure to perform a proper recovery from the bounced landing, resulting in the airplane's nose gear striking the runway. A factor relating to the accident was the excessive airspeed maintained during the landing.

More accident analyses

Investigation report by the U.S. National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB) historical archive. Original record: https://carol.ntsb.gov/event/20001212X19201. This page is a structured re-presentation; facts and quotes are in the National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB), United States.