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Simulated Emergency Landing Results in Hard Landing and Substantial Damage (N758BW)

Valdosta, GA, US

On August 27, 2001, a Cessna R172K (registration N758BW) was involved in an aviation accident near Valdosta, GA. No fatalities were reported. Investigators recorded the probable cause as: The flight instructor's improper flare of the airplane, which resulted in a hard landing. Factors were the dual student's failure to relinquish control of the airplane and the dual student's interference on the flight controls. 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

A certificated flight instructor and dual student conducted a simulated emergency landing after takeoff. The instructor reduced throttle at 150 ft AGL, the student pulled back on the yoke at 50 ft, and the airplane struck the runway during the flare, causing substantial damage.

Accident Overview

A flight instructor and a dual student were performing a simulated emergency landing immediately after takeoff. The instructor briefed the student on the procedures, stating that the instructor would maintain priority on the controls while the student followed.

Sequence of Events

At an altitude of 150 feet above ground level (AGL), the instructor reduced the throttle to idle and pitched the airplane nose-down to maintain airspeed. The student pilot reported actively pulling back on the yoke at 50 feet AGL. As the instructor attempted to flare the airplane, it struck the runway.

Damage Assessment

The airplane sustained substantial damage to the propeller, nose gear, left main landing gear, firewall, floor, and the bottom of the fuselage extending back to the baggage door. No other details were provided regarding injuries or other factors.

Frequently asked questions

What happened in the 27 Aug 2001 Cessna R172K accident near Valdosta, GA?

A certificated flight instructor and dual student conducted a simulated emergency landing after takeoff. The instructor reduced throttle at 150 ft AGL, the student pulled back on the yoke at 50 ft, and the airplane struck the runway during the flare, causing substantial damage.

Were there any fatalities in the 27 Aug 2001 Cessna R172K accident?

No fatalities were recorded in this accident.

What aircraft was involved and where did it happen?

The accident on 27 Aug 2001 involved a Cessna R172K, registration N758BW, at Valdosta, GA.

What was the probable cause of the accident?

The flight instructor's improper flare of the airplane, which resulted in a hard landing. Factors were the dual student's failure to relinquish control of the airplane and the dual student's interference on the flight controls.

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Investigation report by the U.S. National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB) historical archive. Original record: https://carol.ntsb.gov/event/20010830X01823. This page is a structured re-presentation; facts and quotes are in the National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB), United States.