Casualties unknown

2001-08-16: Wsk Pzl Mielec M-18 DROMADER (N52768) — Usda Forest Service — Ukiah, OR

Ukiah, OR, US

On August 16, 2001, a Wsk Pzl Mielec M-18 DROMADER (registration N52768) operated by Usda Forest Service was involved in an aviation accident near Ukiah, OR. Investigators recorded the probable cause as: An inadequate recovery from a bounced landing and directional control was not maintained during landing. A high flare and a fence were factors. This summary draws on records from the U.S. National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB) historical archive; 7 related events involving the same aircraft type or operator are linked below.

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During landing flare, the aircraft bounced, veered left, and after corrections, lifted off, rolled, struck a wing, bounced again, drifted right, then after avoiding a barn, struck a fence with the left wing, descended nose down, and spun twice before stopping.

Pilot Report

The pilot reported that the flare for landing was a little high. After touchdown, the aircraft bounced and then settled onto the runway. Subsequently, the aircraft veered to the left. The pilot applied right rudder and brake to correct the veer. Despite these inputs, the aircraft continued moving left toward a hill and rough terrain.

Attempted Go-Around

In response to the leftward drift, the pilot added power and applied back pressure on the flight controls. As the aircraft lifted off, it began to roll. The pilot then reduced power, and the right wing contacted the runway surface. The aircraft touched down on the main landing gear and bounced again, then started to drift to the right toward a barn.

Collision and Final Descent

To avoid a collision with the barn, the pilot again added power and initiated a left turn. During this turn, the left wing collided with a fence. Subsequently, the aircraft descended to the ground in a nose-down attitude. After ground contact, the aircraft spun around twice before coming to rest.

Mechanical Status

The pilot reported that there were no mechanical failures or malfunctions with the aircraft at the time of the accident.

Investigation report by the U.S. National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB) historical archive. Original record: https://carol.ntsb.gov/event/20010820X01730. This page is a structured re-presentation; facts and quotes are in the National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB), United States.