On November 30, 2000, a Cessna 172N (registration N8173E) was involved in an aviation accident near Marana, AZ. No fatalities were reported. Investigators recorded the probable cause as: The student pilot's improper flare and improper recovery from a bounced landing. A factor in the accident was the morning sun, which momentarily restricted the pilot's vision. 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 student pilot reported vision obstructed by morning sun during flare, leading to early runway contact, bounce, and prop strike. Inspection found firewall damage.
Incident Overview
A student pilot was conducting a landing when, during the flare, the morning sun momentarily restricted his vision. The pilot reported that the final approach had been normal until that point.
Sequence of Events
After the sun momentarily restricted his vision, it cleared, but the pilot was surprised by early contact with the runway. The airplane bounced, and the pilot attempted to maintain control without adding power. He regained control after a subsequent bounce and then taxied off the runway.
Post-Flight Inspection
After taxiing clear of the runway, the pilot noticed that the propeller had struck the ground. A subsequent inspection revealed damage to the firewall.
What happened in the 30 Nov 2000 Cessna 172N accident near Marana, AZ?
A student pilot reported vision obstructed by morning sun during flare, leading to early runway contact, bounce, and prop strike. Inspection found firewall damage.
Were there any fatalities in the 30 Nov 2000 Cessna 172N accident?
No fatalities were recorded in this accident.
What aircraft was involved and where did it happen?
The accident on 30 Nov 2000 involved a Cessna 172N, registration N8173E, at Marana, AZ.
What was the probable cause of the accident?
The student pilot's improper flare and improper recovery from a bounced landing. A factor in the accident was the morning sun, which momentarily restricted the pilot's vision.
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